algorithmpuzzle
nounUK /ˈælɡərɪðəm ˈpʌzəl/
US /ˈælɡərɪðəm ˈpʌzəl/
A puzzle you solve by following a set of steps in order.
The teacher gave us an algorithmpuzzle where we had to sort the shapes step by step.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A coding challenge that asks you to write steps a computer can follow.
For homework we solved an algorithmpuzzle about finding the shortest path.
3. A brain teaser built from clear rules you must apply in the right order.
The algorithmpuzzle had simple rules but a tricky answer.
4. A game where you arrange actions in the correct order to reach a goal.
In the algorithmpuzzle, we put the recipe steps in the right order.