Definition of AUTHENTICATION

authentication

Plural: authentications

Noun

  • a mark on an article of trade to indicate its origin and authenticity
  • validating the authenticity of something or someone
  • something which validates or confirms the authenticity of something
  • proof of the identity of a user logging on to some network
  • a hallmark or assay-mark on a piece of metalwork

Origin / Etymology

From authenticate + -ation.

Synonyms

assay-mark, certification, hallmark, authentification

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