crypto-

English

/kɹɪptoʊ-/

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Definitions
  • Hidden, invisible.
  • Secret.
  • Cryptographic.

Etymology

Derived from Ancient Greek κρυπτός (hidden, secret, concealed, private).

Origin

Ancient Greek

κρυπτός

Gloss

hidden, secret, concealed, private

Concept
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Cognition

Ontological Category

Property

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