identifier

noun

iden·​ti·​fi·​er ī-ˈden-tə-ˌfī(-ə)r How to pronounce identifier (audio)
ə-
: one that identifies

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With this switched off, any new app requests will be automatically denied and they will also be stopped from accessing your phone’s ad identifier. Kelvin Chan, The Denver Post, 15 Feb. 2025 This malware primarily targets crypto wallet recovery phrases but is also capable of exfiltrating login credentials, payment details, personal messages, location data and even biometric identifiers. Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, Fox News, 13 Feb. 2025 Bird sound identifier Looking at and listening to birds is very enjoyable and for some, that’s enough. Cody Godwin, USA TODAY, 4 Feb. 2025 Lofgren's summary said a court could issue a preliminary order if the following requirements are met: The foreign website or online service is identified by domain name, IP address, or similar identifier. Ars Technica, 29 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for identifier 

Word History

First Known Use

1807, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of identifier was in 1807

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“Identifier.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/identifier. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.

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