ciphony

ci·pho·ny

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Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [sahy-fuh-nee]
- /ˈsaɪ fə ni/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [sahy-fuh-nee]
- /ˈsaɪ fə ni/

Definitions of ciphony word

noun ciphony the process of enciphering audio information to produce encrypted speech 3
noun ciphony the process of encrypting telecommunication signals, as to prevent information from being intercepted by an enemy or competitor. 1

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Origin of ciphony

First appearance:

before 1955

One of the 4% newest English words

1955-60; blend of cipher and telephony

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Parts of speech for Ciphony

noun

adjective

verb

adverb

pronoun

preposition

conjunction

determiner

exclamation

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ciphony popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 55% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

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