Rebus (noun)

1. A puzzle or game in which pictures or symbols represent words or parts of words and the player has to work out the word or phrase they represent.
2. A representation of words using pictures or symbols.

Origin:

From latin rebus, meaning "by things".

Examples:

1. The rebus was solved by a child who recognized the symbol for 'bee' and figured out the solution was 'honey'.
2. I love solving rebuses, they are a fun challenge.
3. The rebus was a popular form of communication in medieval times.
4. Rebuses were used as early forms of writing in Egypt.
5. Rebus puzzles are a great way to improve your problem solving skills.