Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
microdot
Noun
/ˈmaɪ.kɹəʊ.dɒt/
Definition
A microdot is a very small photograph or piece of information that is reduced in size to a great extent, often used for covert communication or data storage.
Examples
- The spy used microdots to carry sensitive documents across borders.
- Microdots can be found in some types of modern secure data storage.
- In the past, microdots were commonly used by intelligence agencies to conceal photographs.
Meaning
Microdots are often used in espionage or data security, where information needs to be hidden or minimized for transport and storage.
Synonyms
- miniaturized data
- nanodot
- microscale photograph
