whitelist

noun, verb — 2 senses

whitelist

noun

Etymology From white + list.

1

Computing, Engineering, Law, Mathematics, Natural sciences, Physical sciences, Sciences A list or collection of people or entities that are known, trusted, or explicitly permitted.

whitelist

verb

Etymology From white + list.

1

To place on a whitelist; to mark or note a person or entity as trustworthy or acceptable.

  • The email program allows you to whitelist email from known sources.

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