ATLAS OF LANGUAGE

AT-DEP4-0008 · ATLAS 251

Cipher script

A procedure that hides a readable message from outsiders through systematic sign substitution or rearrangement.

Explanation

A procedure that hides a readable message from outsiders through systematic sign substitution or rearrangement. Separates visible signs from accessible meaning and makes knowledge depend on key, rule and membership.

Example

Each letter is replaced according to an agreed shift.

Counterexample

A mere label without the described formal, cultural or conceptual movement.

Distinction

Distinguish from Kryptographie; the neighbour remains connected as a crossway.

Effect on thought and perception

Separates visible signs from accessible meaning and makes knowledge depend on key, rule and membership.

Resonance

Separates visible signs from accessible meaning and makes knowledge depend on key, rule and membership.

Cite this entry

Reich, Michael (Hrsg./ed.): „Cipher script“. Atlas der Sprache, AT-DEP4-0008. ATLAS 251, data model 1.6.0. https://atlasoflanguage.com/concept/AT-DEP4-0008

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