code
/koud/
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Definition
Noun:
- (Computing) A system of symbols representing instructions for a computer: A precise set of instructions or the symbolic arrangement of data that a computer can execute.
- A system of signals or symbols for communication: A system, often secret, used to represent letters or numbers in messages, especially for brevity or secrecy.
- A systematic collection of laws, rules, or principles: A written set of regulations, standards, or ethical guidelines governing conduct in a specific area.
Verb:
- To convert information into a coded form: To use a code to transform a message, especially to conceal its meaning.
- To assign a classifying code to something: To mark or label something with a specific identifier, such as a number or symbol, for organization or identification.
Examples
Noun:
- The programmer wrote clean, efficient code for the new application.
- Spies used a complex code to send messages without detection.
- All members of the profession must adhere to its ethical code.
Verb:
- You must code this confidential document before emailing it.
- The librarian will code each book with a unique call number.
Advanced Usage
"To crack a code": to succeed in deciphering a secret code.
- The cryptanalysts worked for months to crack the enemy's code.
"In code": expressed using a code.
- The instructions were written in code, so only initiates could understand them.
"To live by a code": to strictly follow a personal set of rules or principles.
- The old knight swore to live by a chivalric code.
Variants and Related Words
- Coder (n): A person who writes computer code; a programmer.
- Encoding (n): The process of converting information into a code.
- Decode (v): To convert coded data back into its original form.
- Codebook (n): A book listing codes and their corresponding meanings.
- Binary code (n): A coding system using the binary digits 0 and 1.
Synonyms
- Noun: Cipher, cryptogram, protocol, algorithm, statute, regulation.
- Verb: Encipher, encrypt, cipher, classify, tag, label.
Related Phrasal Verbs / Constructions
Code for: To write a computer program for a specific purpose or platform.
- She learned to code for mobile devices.
Code something as: To classify or label something in a specific category.
- The transaction was coded as a business expense.
Related Idioms
Penal code: The body of law relating to crimes and their punishments.
- The offense is listed in the state's penal code.
Genetic code: The set of rules by which information in DNA and RNA is translated into proteins.
- Scientists are mapping the human genetic code.
Dress code: A set of rules specifying the required manner of dress.
- The restaurant has a strict dress code.
Noun
- (computer science) the symbolic arrangement of data or instructions in a computer program or the set of such instructions
- a coding system used for transmitting messages requiring brevity or secrecy
- a set of rules or principles or laws (especially written ones)
Verb
- convert ordinary language into code
- We should encode the message for security reasons
- attach a code to
- Code the pieces with numbers so that you can identify them later