BusinessAugust 10, 2026

nonce

NONS

Definition

A unique, one-time integer included in a transaction to ensure it is processed in the correct order and to prevent the same transaction from being submitted or recorded multiple times.

Etymology

Derived from the Middle English phrase 'for the nones', which literally meant 'for the one (purpose)' or 'for the once'.

In the news

In the article, the nonce is identified as a vital field that acts as a transaction counter to prevent replay attacks and maintain strict ordering of a sender's history.

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