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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

codec

/ˈkoʊdɛk/ noun · British & US
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What does codec mean?

noun

A device or program that converts data from one format to another, especially for digital video or audio. A codec is used to compress or decompress data to make it more efficient for transmission or storage.

Example

"The video conferencing software uses a codec to compress the video and audio data before transmitting it over the internet."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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