code

Definition

A code is a system of symbols, rules, or signals used to represent information or communicate secretly. It also commonly means computer instructions written for a program, or a short number/password used to access something.

Usage & Nuances

Very common in tech: 'write code', 'read code', 'fix the code'. In everyday use, it can mean a PIN, access number, or secret system: 'security code', 'zip code', 'dress code'. Meaning depends heavily on context, so notice the noun that follows.

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