symbolcipher
nounUK /ˈsɪmbəlˌsaɪfə/
US /ˈsɪmbəlˌsaɪfər/
A symbolcipher is a secret code that uses little pictures or signs instead of letters.
The treasure map had a symbolcipher that we solved with a picture key.
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2. A puzzle where each shape stands for a letter or word.
The magazine printed a symbolcipher for kids on the back page.
3. A way of hiding messages using drawings that only friends understand.
We made a symbolcipher so our club notes stayed secret.
4. A set of tiny icons used to lock or unlock a digital file.
The app asked for a symbolcipher instead of a password.