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hashing

American  
[hash-ing] / ˈhæʃ ɪŋ /

noun

  1. Radio. interference of signals between two stations on the same or adjacent frequencies.

  2. Computers. Also a technique for locating data in a file by applying a transformation, usually algorithmic, to a key.


Etymology

Origin of hashing

First recorded in 1965–70; hash 1 + -ing 1

Example Sentences

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In February, Snap said that it was delaying the integration and that the two companies were still hashing out details of a broader rollout.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 6, 2026

Sheinbaum has responded to Trump's often harsh rhetoric about Mexican drug cartels and migration with what analysts dub "silent diplomacy" -- hashing out issues behind closed doors.

From Barron's • Nov. 26, 2025

Months removed from the initial launch, the duo is working on hashing out what the future of their effort will look like.

From Salon • Apr. 26, 2025

This is a small gift to the defence's argument that Cohen lacks credibility, though it seems prosecutors are purposefully hashing out their star witness' reputation issues before the defence can.

From BBC • May 2, 2024

I didn’t sleep much that night, hashing and rehashing the next morning’s strategy.

From "Endangered" by Eliot Schrefer

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