Definition

The practice of hiding messages so that they are not easily detected, often by embedding them in other files or images.

Example

The artist used steganography to hide a secret message within the digital image.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of steganography?

Yeah, it’s that technique for hiding messages, right?

Exactly! I was reading about how it can be used to protect information.

That’s pretty cool! I didn’t know it was such an interesting field.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Steganography is formed from "stegano-" (from Greek "steganos", meaning covered or concealed) and "graphia" (from Greek "grapho", meaning to write). The word describes the practice of writing in a way that conceals the existence of the message.

Memory Tip

Think of 'covered' ('stegano-') writing ('graphia') — that's why steganography means writing that is hidden.

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