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cryptograph
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cryp·to·graph  (krpt-grf)
n.
1. See cryptogram.
2. A system of secret or cipher writing; a cipher.
3.
a. A device for translating plain text into cipher.
b. A device for deciphering codes and ciphers.
tr.v. cryp·to·graphed, cryp·to·graph·ing, cryp·to·graphs
To write (a message, for example) in code or cipher.

cryptograph [ˈkrɪptəʊˌgræf -ˌgrɑːf]
n
1. (Electronics & Computer Science / Communications & Information) something written in code or cipher
2. (Electronics & Computer Science / Communications & Information) a code using secret symbols (cryptograms)
3. (Electronics & Computer Science / Communications & Information) a device for translating text into cipher, or vice versa
ThesaurusLegend:  Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
Noun1.cryptographcryptograph - a secret method of writing          
code - a coding system used for transmitting messages requiring brevity or secrecy
2.cryptographcryptograph - a piece of writing in code or cipher
piece of writing, written material, writing - the work of a writer; anything expressed in letters of the alphabet (especially when considered from the point of view of style and effect); "the writing in her novels is excellent"; "that editorial was a fine piece of writing"
3.cryptograph - a device for deciphering codes and ciphers
device - an instrumentality invented for a particular purpose; "the device is small enough to wear on your wrist"; "a device intended to conserve water"
Translations
cryptograph [ˈkrɪptəʊˌgrɑːf] ncrittografia
cryptograph [ˈkrɪptəʊˌgrɑːf] ncrittografia


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By giving the Russians the tools they needed to decode our cryptographed messages, the Soviets for nearly two decades virtually had "an ear in the Pentagon," says Earley.
 
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