Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

alphanumeric

Adjective
/ˌælfəˈnʊmərɪk/
Definition
Composed of both letters and numbers.
Examples
  • The password must be alphanumeric, including both letters and numbers.
  • She used an alphanumeric code to label her files.
  • Alphanumeric characters are often required for secure logins.
Meaning
The term ‘alphanumeric’ refers to a set of characters that includes both alphabets (A-Z, a-z) and numerical digits (0-9). This is commonly used in passwords, identifiers, and coding systems to allow for a broader range of combinations.
Synonyms
  • Alpha-numeric
  • Character-numeric
  • Letter-number