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Definition of cryptographer

cryptographer

/krɪpˈtɑːɡrəfɚ/
cryp · tog · ra · pher
Adverb:cryptographically
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Plural:cryptographers
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Adjective:cryptographic
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• noun

1

A specialist who designs, analyzes, or deciphers secret codes, ciphers, and encryption systems to secure information and communications.

Example

"The lead cryptographer developed a new encryption protocol to protect the bank's digital transactions."

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• Rhymes for cryptographer

• Nearby Words

cryptid
crypto
cryptocurrency
cryptographer
cryptology
crystal
crystalline

Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the English word 'cryptography', combining the Ancient Greek roots 'kryptos' (hidden or secret) and 'graphein' (to write) with the agentive suffix '-er'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Cryptographer. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/cryptographer
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