decryption
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Noun — The process of converting encrypted data back into its original, readable form.
How to use decryption
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Etymology
A verbal noun built from decrypt, ultimately from Ancient Greek kryptós ("hidden").
Full origin of decryption →Frequently asked questions
What does “decryption” mean?
The word “decryption” means the process of converting encrypted data back into its original, readable form. In plain terms, the reverse of encryption — unlocking scrambled data back into its normal form.
How do you pronounce “decryption”?
“Decryption” is pronounced dih-KRIHP-shuhn (/dɪˈkɹɪpʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “decryption” in a sentence?
Here is “decryption” used in a sentence: “The software handles decryption automatically once you enter the password.”
What part of speech is “decryption”?
“Decryption” is a noun.
Where does the word “decryption” come from?
The word “decryption” comes from Ancient Greek. A verbal noun built from decrypt, ultimately from Ancient Greek kryptós ("hidden").