word-based encryption
nounUK /wɜːd beɪst ɪnˈkrɪpʃən/
US /wɜːrd beɪst ɪnˈkrɪpʃən/
A way to hide a message by changing the words into a secret code.
The spy used word-based encryption so only her friend could read the note.
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2. A method that turns each word into a different symbol or number.
In word-based encryption, the word 'apple' might become '7X2'.
3. A puzzle where you swap words for other words to keep a note private.
The children made a word-based encryption game with a special key.
4. Using a list of words as a key to lock and unlock a message.
Her diary used word-based encryption with a secret word list.