cryptogram

Definition

Encrypted text.

Etymology

From crypto- + -gram.

Example Sentences

• "It's a big help in solving cryptograms if you know how a cryptogram is constructed. The constructor normally uses two alphabets, one for plaintext, one for the substitute cipher letters."
• "To anyone who does not know the key, the five characters of the cryptogram are different but the genuine receiver is in no danger of confusion."
• "Indeed, Willaert was unable to read Charles's musical notation because it was actually a musical cryptogram passing for a madrigal, making absolutely no sense to a mere musician's naked eye, despite his towering talent."