Codings

/ˈkoʊdɪŋz/ noun

Definition

Plural of coding; multiple systems, rules, or sequences used to encode information, represent data, or instruct computers.

Etymology

From 'coding' (the act of creating or writing code) with standard plural '-s'.

Kelly Says

Different codings exist for different purposes—DNA uses a 4-letter code, computers use binary, and languages use alphabets, each perfectly suited to what it needs to communicate.

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