Decode
(verb)
- To convert (a message or text) that has been coded into a form that can be understood.
- To figure out the meaning of something that is in code or a secret language.
Origin:
Mid 19th century: from de- (expressing reversal) + code.
Examples:
- The researchers were able to decode the DNA sequence.
- He was able to decode the encrypted message.
- The detective had to decode the criminal's code.
- The scientists were trying to decode the ancient script.
- I am trying to decode the hidden message in the song.