Umbrella term

An umbrella term is a word that provides a superset or grouping of related concepts. Thus cryptology is an umbrella term that encompasses cryptography and cryptanalysis. Similarly, an "umbrella group" can be an organisation which is a central and co-ordinating body representing a number of smaller, separate bodies.

Related Topics:
Umbrella - Superset - Group - Cryptology - Cryptography - Cryptanalysis

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