1. A narrative or story that contains hidden meanings, symbols, or messages that require interpretation or decoding to be fully understood
The film uses a coded narrative to critique social inequality without explicit commentary.
O filme usa uma narrativa codificada para criticar a desigualdade social sem comentário explícito.
2. In semiotics and communication studies, a narrative structure where meaning is conveyed through predetermined codes, symbols, or cultural references
The author's use of color symbolism creates a coded narrative that rewards careful readers.
O uso de simbolismo de cores pelo autor cria uma narrativa codificada que recompensa leitores atentos.
3. A story or message embedded in digital or technical formats using encoding systems
The metadata contains a coded narrative that provides context for the artwork.
Os metadados contêm uma narrativa codificada que fornece contexto para a obra de arte.