secret key en · NOUN
Etymology
Since the private key is kept secret, it can be called a “secret key” instead to distinguish between the abbreviations PK (public key) and SK (secret key, as opposed to *PK (“private key”)).
Meanings
- Synonym of private key.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| secret keys | Number=Plur | lexicographic |