cryptogram

noun

cryp·to·gram | \ ˈkrip-tə-ˌgram

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Definition of cryptogram

1 : a communication in cipher or code

2 : a figure or representation having a hidden significance

Examples of cryptogram in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Each letter also included one-third of a 408-symbol cryptogram that the suspect said would reveal his identity. — Dan Goodin, Ars Technica, "Zodiac Killer cipher is cracked after eluding sleuths for 51 years," 12 Dec. 2020 One of the most alarming pieces of evidence that Stewart uncovered was actually finding his dad’s name in one of the Zodiac Killer’s infamous cryptograms. — Rachel Paige, refinery29.com, "Meet Gary L. Stewart, The Man At The Center Of FX’s New Zodiac Killer Docuseries," 6 Mar. 2020 He was dubbed the Zodiac Killer because some of his cryptograms included astrological symbols and references. — The Sacramento Bee, BostonGlobe.com, "DNA match sought to Zodiac Killer after break in other case," 3 May 2018 Her mastery of the English language was apparent by her swift, accurate solutions to crossword, jumble and cryptogram puzzles. — Hartford Courant, courant.com, "Marian P. McDonald," 30 Apr. 2018 The Zodiac Killer fatally stabbed or shot to death five people in Northern California in 1968 and 1969, then sent taunting letters and cryptograms to the police and newspapers. — Keri Blakinger, Houston Chronicle, "Convicted killer from infamous “Texas 7” prison escape gets execution date," 24 May 2018 The Zodiac Killer fatally stabbed or shot to death five people in Northern California in 1968 and 1969, and their killer sent taunting letters and cryptograms to the police and newspapers. — The Sacramento Bee, BostonGlobe.com, "DNA match sought to Zodiac Killer after break in other case," 3 May 2018 The killer sent taunting letters and cryptograms to the police and newspapers. — kansascity, "Final Chapters for Jan. 14, 2018 | The Kansas City Star," 13 Jan. 2018 The Copiale Cipher -- a mysterious cryptogram bound in gold and green brocade paper -- is a 250-year-old coded document. — Fox News, "Researchers Crack Secret Society's 18th Century Code, Target World's Most Mysterious Book," 26 Oct. 2011

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cryptogram

noun

English Language Learners Definition of cryptogram

: a message that is written in code

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