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Dictionary Entry - Hacker

Hacker

Part of Speech

Noun

Pronunciation

IPA: /ˈhækər/

Definitions

  1. A person who gains unauthorized access to computer systems.
  2. Someone skilled in programming and problem-solving.
  3. A person who cuts or chops roughly.

Usage Examples

  • "The hacker breached the security system in minutes."
  • "She is a skilled hacker who contributes to open-source projects."
  • "The wood hacker chopped firewood for the winter."

Etymology

Derived from Middle English hakken ("to cut, chop"). In computing, the term evolved in the 20th century to describe expert programmers and later those who break into systems.

Synonyms

  • Programmer
  • Cybercriminal
  • Coder
  • Cracker

Antonyms

  • Cybersecurity expert
  • Law-abiding user

Translations

Language Translation Pronunciation
Frenchpirate informatique/piʁat ɛ̃fɔʁmatik/
GermanHacker/ˈhɛkɐ/
Russianхакер/ˈxakʲɪr/
Spanishhacker/ˈxakeɾ/
Chinese (Mandarin)黑客hēikè
Hindiहैकरhaikar
Arabicهاكرhākir
Portuguesehacker/ˈakɨɾ/
Japaneseハッカーhakkā
Bengaliহ্যাকারhyākār
Marathiहॅकरhɛkar
Teluguహాకర్hākar
Tamilஹேக்கர்hēkkar

Regional Pronunciation Variations

In British English, "hacker" is pronounced with a slightly softer "r" at the end compared to American English.

Historical Usage

The term "hacker" was originally used in the 1950s at MIT to describe skilled programmers who found innovative solutions to technical problems. In the 1980s, it gained a negative connotation related to cybercrime.

Cultural Nuances

The term "hacker" can refer to both ethical security researchers and cybercriminals, depending on the context.

More Information

Hackers play a significant role in technology. Ethical hackers, also known as white-hat hackers, help organizations strengthen security, while black-hat hackers engage in illegal activities. The term has evolved beyond computing to describe individuals who find clever ways to solve problems. With growing cybersecurity concerns, ethical hacking is now a respected profession.

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