codification

Noun
  1. The act of codifying;
    Arranging in a systematic order (synset 101011449)
    is a type of: rationalisation, rationalization, systematisation, systematization - systematic organization; the act of organizing something according to a system or a rationale
  2. A set of rules or principles or laws (especially written ones) (synset 106680062)
    is a type of: black and white, written communication, written language - communication by means of written symbols (either printed or handwritten)
    subtypes:
    • bushido - traditional code of the Japanese samurai which stressed courage and loyalty and self-discipline and simple living
    • legal code - a code of laws adopted by a state or nation
    • building code - set of standards established and enforced by local government for the structural safety of buildings
    • dress code - a set of rules specifying the correct manner of dress while on the premises of the institution (or specifying what manner of dress is prohibited)
    • fire code - set of standards established and enforced by government for fire prevention and safety in case of fire as in fire escapes etc
    • omerta - a code of silence practiced by the Mafia; a refusal to give evidence to the police about criminal activities
    • health code, sanitary code - set of standards established and enforced by government for health requirements as in plumbing etc
    • highway code - the code of rules governing the use of public roads
    same as: code

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