codify — to arrange (laws or rules) into a systematic code
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to arrange (laws or rules) into a systematic code
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈkoʊdɪˌfaɪ/
Korean meaning: 법률이나 규칙을 체계적으로 정리하여 성문화하다
Korean pronunciation: **코**디파이
Example Sentences
- The school decided to codify its dress code after too many students showed up in pajamas.
- The company needs to codify its remote work policies.
- They tried to codify the perfect recipe for happiness, but realized it was impossible.
codify
VERB//ˈkoʊdɪˌfaɪ//
to arrange (laws or rules) into a systematic code
Legal experts codify scattered regulations into organized systematic categories
Codify the laws, modify and specify!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From French 'codifier', derived from Latin 'codex' (meaning a book or code of laws) combined with the suffix '-ify' (meaning to make or cause to become).
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📝Examples
“The school decided to codify its dress code after too many students showed up in pajamas.”
“The company needs to codify its remote work policies.”
“They tried to codify the perfect recipe for happiness, but realized it was impossible.”
“Legal experts worked to codify international trade agreements.”
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