noun
CAPTCHA
a test distinguishing humans from automated programs
In more detail
a test displayed on a computer screen that verifies the user is human and not a robot, typically by asking them to identify letters, numbers, or images
Examples
- You'll need to complete the captcha before creating a new account.
- The website asked me to solve a captcha by clicking on all the traffic lights in the image.
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