thereogram

A thereogram is a type of word puzzle. It is a visual representation of a common phrase, saying, or idiom. The arrangement of letters, words, or symbols within the thereogram creates a visual pun or plays on words, hinting at the phrase it represents. The name "thereogram" is derived from the word "there" and the suffix "-gram," indicating a written or drawn thing.

These puzzles often rely on spatial relationships, such as words being above, below, inside, or outside of other words or symbols. For example, a thereogram for the phrase "read between the lines" might show the word "lines" written with the word "read" positioned between them. Another example could be the word "stand" written in a circle, representing "understanding." The solution to a thereogram is typically the phrase that is described by the visual arrangement. Thereograms are a form of rebus puzzle, but they specifically focus on the arrangement of textual elements to convey meaning. They can be found in puzzle books, online games, and as a form of recreational wordplay.