crypt-

See also: crypt and -crypt

English

Alternative forms

• crypto-

Pronunciation

• Rhymes: -ɪpt

Prefix

crypt-

1. Alternative form of crypto- (prevocalic)

   cryptanalyst

   cryptarchy

Usage notes

• Variant combining form used before morphemes beginning with a vowel.

Synonyms

• -crypt (equivalent suffix)

Derived terms

English terms prefixed with crypt-

cryptaesthesia

cryptamnesia

cryptanalysis

cryptanalyst

cryptanalytic

cryptanalytics

cryptanalyze

cryptand

cryptarchy

cryptopine

cryptorchid

cryptotia

Related terms

• cryptic
• cryptographic