Definitions

1. verb

to convert information into a code or cipher, especially to protect secrecy

“The company will encode all sensitive data for security purposes.”

2. verb

to represent information in a digital format, such as text, audio, or video

“This software encodes videos for online streaming.”

3. noun

a code or system of symbols used to represent information

“The encoded message was difficult to decipher.”

4. noun

a device or system that converts information into a coded or digital format

“The video encoder enabled the company to stream high-quality videos online.”