Authentication Code
Military NounSTANAG Level 1–2
Definition
Definition
A sequence of letters and numbers used to verify identity on a radio net.
"The authentication code was changed every twenty-four hours."
How This Term Is Used
As a noun, this term commonly appears in situation reports, briefings, and written orders. Pay attention to whether it is countable or uncountable in context, since this affects article usage (a/an/the) in formal military writing.
Practice
Fill in the blank:
"The _____ was changed every twenty-four hours."
Answer: Authentication Code
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