Definition

To convert information or data into a specific format or code, often for the purpose of storage or transmission.

Example

The software can encode the video file into a smaller size for easier sharing.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear about the new app that can encode messages securely?

Yeah, I read about it! It sounds really useful for private chats.

I wonder how it actually encodes the information without losing quality.

I think it uses some advanced algorithms to keep everything safe.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Encode → It is formed from "en-" (meaning to cause to be in) and "codex" (from Latin, meaning a book or code). The word "encode" means to cause information to be in a coded form, similar to how a book contains written information.

Memory Tip

Think of 'causing something to be in' a 'code' — that's why encode means to convert information into a coded format.

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