Lexeme: security question  
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Definition:
  1. noun. A security question is a method used by online platforms and services to verify the identity of a user during the password recovery process. It is typically a personal question that only the user should know the answer to. These questions often relate to personal information or experiences that are unique to the user, such as the name of their first pet or the city they were born in. The purpose of security questions is to add an extra layer of protection to prevent unauthorized access to a user's account by someone who may have gained access to their password. GPT3.5
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  • noun. security question (singular), security questions (plural)
  • verb. security question (simple present), security questioned (simple past), security questioning (present continuous), security questions (third person singular)
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