Definition of Code

a systematic collection of rules and laws

Examples of Code in a sentence

The code of chivalry was a set of rules and guidelines that dictated how knights were supposed to live their lives.  🔊

A code of laws is what governs how a country, and every citizen must obey them if they want to avoid legal repercussions.  🔊

Many people adhere to a code of honor that compels them to act truthfully and with good intentions for others.  🔊

Lucas believes there is no code that he should abide by, and he doesn’t think that morals are something he should even bother with.  🔊

The moral code is something intangible, yet almost all humans acknowledge the difference between right and wrong, even if they don’t care for that difference.  🔊

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