What does CODES mean?

Codes

Parts of Speech: Noun, Verb

Definitions:

• Noun: A system of signals or symbols used to represent letters, numbers, or other elements for the purpose of communication or identification.
• Verb: To convert (a message or other information) into code.

Pronunciations:

• US: /koʊdz/
• UK: /kəʊdz/

Origin and Usage: The word "codes" originated from the Middle English word "coudes," which means "a system of signals." The noun form of "codes" refers to a system of signals or symbols used to represent letters, numbers, or other elements for the purpose of communication or identification. The verb form of "codes" refers to the act of converting a message or other information into code. "Codes" are commonly used in computer programming, cryptography, and other fields where secure communication is necessary.

Synonyms: Cipher, cryptogram, key, symbol, password.

Related Words: Cipher, crypt, signal, symbol, write.

Example Sentences:

• The military used secret codes to communicate during the war.
• He spent hours coding the program to make it more efficient.