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coded
coded AC /ˈkəʊdəd, ˈkəʊdɪd $ ˈkoʊ-/ adjective
 Word Family: noun: code, coding; verb: code; adjective: coded
1. coded information uses a system of words, letters, or symbols instead of ordinary writing so that it can only be understood by someone else who knows the system:
    He sent a coded message to CIA headquarters.
2. having a set of numbers, letters, or symbols to show what something is or give information about it:
    The wires are colour coded for easy identification.
3. coded language expresses your opinion in an indirect way because it will probably offend someone:
    They voiced their criticism in coded statements.
4. technical coded sounds or signals can only be understood by special machines:
    coded signals broadcast by the BBC radio transmitters