Decode: meaning, definitions and examples

The word 'decode' originated from the combination of 'de-' meaning 'remove' or 'reverse' and 'code' which refers to a system of symbols used to represent information. The term first appeared in the mid-19th century in the context of telegraphy and cryptography, where it was used to describe the process of converting encoded messages back into their original form. Over time, 'decode' has become a commonly used term in various fields such as technology, communication, and data analysis.

See also: codebase, codebreaker, codebreaking, coded, coder, coders, codes, coding, encode.

Positioned at #23,520, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.

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