codec Definition
a device or program that compresses data to enable faster transmission and decompresses received data.
Using codec: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "codec" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The video file was encoded using the H.264 codec.
Example
The audio codec used in this system is AAC.
Example
The new codec allows for higher quality video streaming with less data usage.
codec Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for codec
- compressor
- encoder
- decoder
- decompressor
Phrases with codec
Example
FLAC is a popular lossless codec for audio files.
a codec that compresses data by discarding some information, resulting in a smaller file size but lower quality
Example
MP3 is a common lossy codec for audio files.
Example
H.265 is a popular video codec used for high-quality video streaming.
Origins of codec
a portmanteau of 'coder-decoder'
Summary: codec in Brief
'Codec' [ˈkəʊdek] refers to a device or program that compresses data for faster transmission and decompresses received data. It is commonly used for audio and video files, with examples like 'The video file was encoded using the H.264 codec.' Codecs can be either lossless or lossy, with 'FLAC' being a popular lossless codec for audio files and 'MP3' being a common lossy codec. 'Codec' also extends to specific types like 'video codec,' such as 'H.265,' which is used for high-quality video streaming.
