coding

B2 · Upper Intermediate Uncountable noun Technical

n. the way information is changed into a special form, such as a secret code or a digital format.

n. the process of converting data or messages into a specific symbolic form for transmission or storage.

“The coding of the message was so complex that no one could read it without the key.”

“The efficient coding of video data allows for high-quality streaming even over relatively slow internet connections.”

C1 · Advanced Uncountable noun Medicine Technical

n. a way for doctors to talk about a patient's emergency without scaring other people.

n. a system of signals or terms used in medical environments to communicate urgent patient status, such as cardiac arrest.

“The hospital staff began coding the patient as soon as his heart stopped beating.”

“The rapid response team is trained to handle coding events with precision to maximize the chances of patient resuscitation.”