English word cryptophone comes from English crypto- (Cryptographic.. Hidden, invisible.. Secret.), English phone
| Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| crypto- | English (eng) | Cryptographic.. Hidden, invisible.. Secret. |
| phone | English (eng) | (phonetics) A speech segment that possesses distinct physical or perceptual properties, considered as a physical event without regard to its place in the phonology of a language. (transitive) To call (someone) on the telephone. A device for transmitting conversations and other sounds in real time across distances. |
| cryptophone | English (eng) | A secure telephone that provides security against eavesdropping and electronic surveillance. |