Hashed

/ˈhæʃt/ verb (past tense)

Definition

Chopped into small pieces; processed or discussed in detail as in a meeting or debate.

Etymology

From hash (to chop), likely from French hacher. The phrase 'hash over' or 'hash out' means to discuss thoroughly, mixing the literal cutting sense with metaphorical breaking-down of ideas.

Kelly Says

When programmers talk about 'hashing' data, they're using a descendant meaning—breaking information into fragments and scrambling them, which paradoxically makes data easier to search and verify.

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