Cryptographal

/ˌkrɪptəˈɡræfəl/ adjective

Definition

Relating to cryptography or the writing and solving of secret codes and ciphers.

Etymology

Formed from 'cryptograph' with the adjectival suffix '-al,' this word provides a formal way to describe things pertaining to the cryptographic arts and sciences.

Kelly Says

While 'cryptographic' is standard modern usage, 'cryptographal' occasionally appears in older security documents and academic papers—it's like finding a linguistic fossil from the early computer age.

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