Definition of GREYLIST

greylist

Plural: greylists

Noun

  • A list, resembling a blacklist, for less serious offences.
  • A technique for blocking spam (junk e-mail) by temporarily rejecting mail from unknown senders. A legitimate sender is likely to try sending again after a delay.

Verb

  • To place on a greylist.

Origin / Etymology

From grey + list.

Scrabble Score: 12

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greylist is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 0

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