CODEWORD

Code word

In communication, a code word is an element of a standardized code or protocol. Each code word is assembled in accordance with the specific rules of the code and assigned a unique meaning. Code words are typically used for reasons of reliability, clarity, brevity, or secrecy.

The above text is a snippet from Wikipedia: Code word
and as such is available under the Creative Commons Attribution/Share-Alike License.

codeword

Noun

  1. A string representing an encoded piece of text.
    Bob cannot get any information out of the codeword since he doesn't know what transmission bases Alice used.
  2. A type of crossword puzzle where individual letters are represented by numbers and the solver must identify them by their position and frequency.


The above text is a snippet from Wiktionary: codeword
and as such is available under the Creative Commons Attribution/Share-Alike License.

Need help with a clue?
Try your search in the crossword dictionary!