- a person who decodes messages
- a device that decodes scrambled messages sent by telephone
- in an electronic digital computer, a circuit device that determines the content of a given instruction or performs digital-to-analog conversion
- an electronic device that converts a digitized signal, as of a cable TV channel, to its original form
noun
The definition of a decoder is a person or tool that figures out a scrambled message.
An example of a decoder is a machine that figures out the letter equivalent of a message written in all numbers.
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decoder
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- One that decodes.
- A device that decodes a scrambled electronic signal to make it interpretable.
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An electronic or software device that converts telecommunication signals from their transmitted form into a form interpretable to other devices or to human beings.
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Noun
(plural decoders)
- A person who decodes secret messages
- A device that decodes a scrambled electronic signal e.g. of a satellite television signal
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See also: décoderdecode + -er
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decoder - Computer Definition
A hardware device or software that converts coded data back into its original form. See decode and MPEG decoder.
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Sentence Examples
- From the shape, to the color and the intensity of your pout, your innocent lipstick kiss is sending signals and messages so strong you may need a kiss decoder to decipher all their hidden meanings.
- From a woman's point of view, Date Decoder helps women understand more about why men behave the way they do and more about what's going on inside their head.
- For more information about Maryann Karinch, visit the Dating Decoder website.
- You can find all of these types of nonverbal communication in the book, Dating Decoder, along with drawings taken from real situations that show body language in dating situations.
- It has a decoder watch, pen flashlight, dark glasses and a walkie talkie.
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