passwords (A2)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈpæswɜːrdz/
Definition
Secret words or phrases that you must know to be allowed to use a computer, phone, or access an online service.
Examples
Make sure your password is at least 12 characters long.
She forgot her password and had to reset it.
Never share your passwords with anyone.
How to Use passwords
- password for (prepositional phrase)
- The password that grants access to a specific account or service. — "What is the password for the Wi-Fi?"
- password protection (collocation)
- The system or feature that requires a password to access something. — "This folder has password protection enabled."
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