What does encode mean?
Encode means (transitive) To convert (plain text) into code..
Encode
/ɪnˈkoʊd/ · verb
Meaning
(transitive) To convert (plain text) into code..
Definitions by Sense
- (transitive) To convert (plain text) into code.
- (transitive, communication) To convert source information into another form.
- (biology) To constitute the code necessary for the biosynthesis of a protein by means of a matrix so as to transcribe DNA material.
- An encoding operation.
Example Sentences
encode a secret message to be sent
The blotchy black mark she impresses on my hand will still be there tomorrow morning, a confused barcode, unsure of what exactly it encodes.
Berg, Jeremy M. with Tymoczko, John and Stryer, Lubert (2002), “RNA Synthesis and Splicing”, in Biochemistry, Fifth eidtion edition, W H Freeman and Company, →ISBN, retrieved 05 Dec 2009: “The ability of one gene to encode more than one distinct mRNA and, hence, more than one protein may play a key role in expanding the repertoire of our genomes.”
When each encode is finished a notification will appear on your screen to let you know it's completed […]
Synonyms for encode
Antonyms for encode
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Word Forms
- encodes
- encoding
- encoded
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for encode?
Common synonyms include encipher, encrypt, cipher, cypher.
What is the opposite of encode?
Possible antonyms include decode, decipher, decrypt.
How do you use encode in a sentence?
encode a secret message to be sent
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