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Password

Noun

A password is a secret combination of letters, numbers, or symbols that is used to authenticate or gain access to a computer system, email account, or an online service.

Example Sentence:

I need to change my password because I forgot it and can't log into my email account.

Verb

To password is to protect something by setting a secret combination of letters, numbers, or symbols that must be entered in order to gain access.

Example Sentence:

Please password your personal files on the computer to prevent unauthorized access.

Adjective

When used as an adjective, password describes something that requires a password for access or authentication.

Example Sentence:

The website has a password field where you need to enter your secret code to proceed.

Phrases and Idioms

• Password-protected: Something that is password-protected requires a password in order to gain access.
• Password cracking: The act of attempting to discover a password illegally or unauthorized by various methods such as guessing, brute force, or exploiting vulnerabilities.

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