CIPHER

Definition

1. verb convert ordinary language into code. — synonyms: code, encipher, cypher, encrypt, inscribe, write_in_code
2. verb make a mathematical calculation or computation. — synonyms: calculate, cypher, compute, work_out, reckon, figure
3. noun a message written in a secret code. — synonyms: cypher
4. noun a mathematical element that when added to another number yields the same number. — synonyms: zero, 0, nought, cypher
5. noun a quantity of no importance. — synonyms: nothing, nil, nix, nada, null, aught, cypher, goose_egg
6. noun a person of no influence. — synonyms: cypher, nobody, nonentity
7. noun a secret method of writing. — synonyms: cypher, cryptograph, secret_code