alphameric

/ˌælfəˈmɛrɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or consisting of alphabetic and numeric characters, especially in computer programming and data storage.

“The software uses an alphameric format to store user IDs.”

2. noun

a character or group of characters that includes both alphabetic and numeric components, especially in a computer or telecommunications system.

“The alphameric code is used for authentication purposes.”

Synonyms

  • alphanumeric
  • numerical

Antonyms

  • ideographic
  • logographic