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decrypt

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Verb — To convert an encrypted or coded message back into readable, plain form.

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decrypt a file decrypt a message attempt to decrypt

Etymology

From de- + -crypt, ultimately from Ancient Greek kryptós, meaning "hidden."

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What does “decrypt” mean?

The word “decrypt” means to convert an encrypted or coded message back into readable, plain form. In plain terms, to unscramble a coded or encrypted message so it can be read normally.

How do you pronounce “decrypt”?

“Decrypt” is pronounced dih-KRIHPT (/dɪˈkɹɪpt/ in IPA).

How do you use “decrypt” in a sentence?

Here is “decrypt” used in a sentence: “It took the analysts hours to decrypt the intercepted transmission.”

What part of speech is “decrypt”?

“Decrypt” is a verb.

Where does the word “decrypt” come from?

The word “decrypt” comes from Ancient Greek. From de- + -crypt, ultimately from Ancient Greek kryptós, meaning "hidden.".

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