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Tech
Phishing
FISH-ing
/ˈfɪʃɪŋ/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
phishing
Dictionary meaning
Fraudulent attempts to obtain sensitive information by posing as a trustworthy entity.
Pronunciation tips
Spelled with 'ph' — coined in 1990s hacking culture.
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