key
A parameter used in conjunction with a cryptographic algorithm that determines its operation. Examples applicable to this Standard include: 1. The computation of a digital signature from data, and 2. The verification of a digital signature.
Senses
The numerical value used to control cryptographic operations, such as decryption, encryption, signature generation, or signature verification.
A numerical value used to control cryptographic operations, such as decryption, encryption, signature generation, or signature verification.
A value used to control cryptographic operations, such as decryption, encryption, signature generation, or signature verification.
a winged often one-seed indehiscent fruit as of the ash or elm or maple
a kilogram of a narcotic drug
metal device shaped in such a way that when it is inserted into the appropriate lock the lock's mechanism can be rotated
a lever (as in a keyboard) that actuates a mechanism when depressed
the central building block at the top of an arch or vault
mechanical device used to wind another device that is driven by a spring (as a clock)
pitch of the voice
something crucial for explaining
a generic term for any device whose possession entitles the holder to a means of access
a list of words or phrases that explain symbols or abbreviations
a list of answers to a test
any of 24 major or minor diatonic scales that provide the tonal framework for a piece of music
(basketball) a space (including the foul line) in front of the basket at each end of a basketball court
a coral reef off the southern coast of Florida
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- synonym
- cayheadstonekey fruitkeystonepaintsamaratonalitywinder
- alternatephrasing
- Key
- plural
- keys
- possessive
- key's
- pluralpossessive
- keys'