The password
Example: He enters his password to access the account
Definition
"The password" is a secret word or phrase used to gain access to a protected system, account, or resource, ensuring that only authorized individuals can enter or use it. It acts as a security measure to verify identity and maintain privacy.
Etymology
The term "the password" originates from the combination of "pass," meaning to go beyond or through, and "word," indicating a spoken or written unit of language. Historically, it referred to a secret word given to guards or sentries to allow safe passage. Did you know it was used in military contexts long before becoming common in computing?
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"The password" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (A1) - set 4", containing 104 commonly used words.
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