hacking

American  

[hak-ing] / ˈhæk ɪŋ /

noun

1. replacement of a single course of stonework by two or more lower courses.

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hacking British  

/ ˈhækɪŋ /

adjective

1. (of a cough) harsh, dry, and spasmodic

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Etymology

Origin of hacking

1400–50; late Middle English, in literal sense. See hack ¹, -ing ¹

Example Sentences

Cyber experts would later confirm he'd become the latest victim to be spied on with the infamous Pegasus hacking tool.

From BBC

But she added that autonomous vehicles also had to meet strict safety standards, "including protection from hacking and cyber threats" before they would be allowed on UK roads.

From BBC

I think bio hacking in America, especially, is a huge conversation.

From Los Angeles Times

Later, he was part of the award-winning team that broke the news of the Salt Typhoon network hacking campaign.

From The Wall Street Journal

Sadie Frost said the Daily Mail put a "price on my head" for stories as she told a court she had been "violated" by journalists allegedly hacking her voicemail for information.

From BBC