Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
nonce
noun
/nÉ’ns/
Definition
A word or term coined for a specific occasion or use.
Examples
- The poet used a nonce word to convey a feeling that couldn’t be expressed with conventional language.
- In the context of computer security, a nonce is often used to ensure that old communications cannot be reused in replay attacks.
Meaning
The term ‘nonce’ refers to something created for a particular purpose, often for a temporary or unique situation.
Synonyms
- temporary term
- one-time use word
- coined term
