English Online Dictionary. What means authentication? What does authentication mean?
English
Pronunciation
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- Rhymes: -eɪʃən
Noun
authentication (plural authentications)
- something which validates or confirms the authenticity of something
- (computing) proof of the identity of a user logging on to some network
- Coordinate term: identification
- a hallmark or assay-mark on a piece of metalwork
Synonyms
- authentification