Cryptograms

/ˈkrɪptəɡræmz/ noun

Definition

The plural form of cryptogram; multiple messages or communications written in secret codes or ciphers.

Etymology

The standard plural of 'cryptogram,' formed by adding '-s' to the singular form, reflecting common English pluralization rules applied to Greek-derived compound words.

Kelly Says

Newspapers once published cryptograms as entertainment puzzles—in the pre-internet era, cryptogram contests generated actual community engagement and brought strangers together to solve mysteries.

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