1. Plural of phishing; fraudulent attempts to obtain sensitive information by deceiving people through fake emails, websites, or messages that appear to come from legitimate sources.
Usage: Commonly used in cybersecurity and information technology contexts; Often used in the plural to refer to multiple instances or campaigns

Examples

• The company reported several phishings targeting employee accounts last month.
• Cybersecurity experts warned about a wave of phishings impersonating the bank.
• Users should be cautious of phishings that ask for passwords or credit card information.
• The IT department blocked multiple phishings before they reached employees' inboxes.
• Phishings often use urgent language to pressure victims into clicking malicious links.
• Training programs help employees recognize common phishings and report them.