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DECODING

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Decoding.

Decoding - as a noun

The activity of making clear or converting from code into plain text

Example: "A secret key or password is required for decryption"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
decipherment22decryption18
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
coding10cryptography28secret writingsteganography23
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Decoding - as a verb

To convert from an encrypted form to plain text.

To figure out something difficult to interpret.

Example Sentences

"The teacher used a decoding strategy to help the students read the unfamiliar words."
"The decoding process involves analyzing the sounds of spoken language and matching them to written symbols."
"I struggled with the decoding of the encrypted message."
"She possessed excellent skills in code decoding."
"The detective's specialized training in decoding allowed him to solve the cipher."
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Word Game Points

Is DECODING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, decoding is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DECODING has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is DECODING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, decoding is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DECODING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.

Is DECODING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, decoding is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DECODING has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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