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Code
01
the symbolic arrangement of data or instructions in a computer program used to perform specific tasks
Example
The programmer wrote the code to run the new software.
The code needed debugging before it could run correctly.
The app ’s source code was open for anyone to inspect.
02
a set of letters, numbers, or symbols used to classify or identify something
Example
Enter the code to unlock the door.
The product has a unique code printed on the label.
The discount code gave her 20 % off the purchase.
03
a set of rules or standards that guide how people should behave or act
04
a coding system used for transmitting messages requiring brevity or secrecy
to code
01
to write a computer program using specific instructions
Transitive: to code a computer program
Example
She coded a new software application to automate tasks at work.
He coded a website from scratch using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
The developer coded a game using Python programming language.
02
to give a code or number to something in order to organize, analyze, or identify it
Transitive: to code items
Example
The librarian coded the books by genre for easier access.
They coded each item in the inventory for tracking purposes.
The company coded the products according to their categories.
03
to change the words of a message into a special code so that only certain people can understand it
Transitive: to code a message
Example
She coded the message before sending it to her friend.
They decided to code their notes to keep the information safe.
He learned how to code messages for secret communication.
