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/
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
The senate scribes codify centuries of customs into a single official lawbook.
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).
Breakdown
cod- (from Latin codex, a code of laws) + -ify (to make or cause to become) = codify (to arrange into a systematic code)
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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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