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code n [Old French, from Medieval Latin codex, from Latin caudex codex tree trunk, set of wood writing tablets, book]

1: a systematic compilation or revision of law or legal principles that is arranged esp. by subject: as

a: one that contains the law of a specific jurisdiction or topic promulgated by legislative authority

U.S. Code>

building code see also important laws in the back matter compare case law, digest, statute

b: one that serves as a model for legislation but is not itself a law

Model Penal Code

2: a set of rules or regulations that is promulgated by a body (as a professional organization) and that regulates its industrial or professional practices

ABA Code of Professional Responsibility