cyber

1 of 2

adjective

cy·​ber ˈsī-bər How to pronounce cyber (audio)
: of, relating to, or involving computers or computer networks (such as the Internet)
the cyber marketplace

cyber-

2 of 2

combining form

: computer : computer network
cyberspace

Examples of cyber in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web
Adjective
Atack brought her own experience of harassment to the project, which spotlighted law reform around cyber flashing, sparking a national conversation. K.j. Yossman, Variety, 12 Mar. 2024 And there will be several informational sessions to educate adults on topics like cyber crime and adolescent screen addiction. Rebecca Angel Baer, Southern Living, 8 Mar. 2024 And to further limit the possibility of cyber interference, many states do not allow voting machines to connect to the Internet or even be equipped with modems. Joedy McCreary, USA TODAY, 4 Mar. 2024 Implementing strong, unique passwords, ensuring proper user access rights, conducting regular software updates and backups, as well as fostering a culture of security through training and awareness programs, are fundamental steps in protecting against modern cyber threats. David Balaban, Forbes, 1 Mar. 2024 Beyond economic and employee retention risks, the executives said competitiveness, supply chain issues, new regulations, and cyber security continue to be significant risks. Lawrence Carrel, Forbes, 1 Mar. 2024 To ensure safe purchases, cyber safety network Gen, which owns and operates Norton and LifeLock brands, recommends users follow their seven self-protection tips when using Facebook Marketplace or similar secondhand-shopping platforms. Grace Toohey, Los Angeles Times, 28 Feb. 2024 Russia’s 2024 election interference has already begun Alexander Kazakov / AFP - Getty Images file Russia is spreading disinformation ahead of the 2024 election, using fake online accounts to damage President Joe Biden and Democrats, according to former U.S. officials and cyber experts. Elizabeth Both, NBC News, 26 Feb. 2024 Neither of the officials responded to Warner, and the NASS meeting—a semiannual confab for the nation’s election administrators that deals with everything from mail-in voting to cyber threats—quickly moved on to other business. Eric Geller, WIRED, 26 Feb. 2024

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Word History

Etymology

Adjective

cyber-

Combining form

cybernetic

First Known Use

Adjective

1992, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of cyber was in 1992

Dictionary Entries Near cyber

Cite this Entry

“Cyber.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cyber. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

cyber

1 of 2 adjective
cy·​ber ˈsī-bər How to pronounce cyber (audio)
: relating to computers or computer networks

cyber-

2 of 2 combining form
: computer : computer network
cyberspace
Etymology

Combining form

cybernetic

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