codified

[kod-uh-fahyd, koh-duh-]

adjective

1. (of rules, laws, etc.) compiled into an orderly, formal code.

   The Cherokee Nation became a republic in 1827, with a chief, a bicameral council, a constitution, and a codified body of laws.

2. arranged in a digest or systematic collection.

   The officer corps developed a codified body of expert military knowledge and cultivated a unique military culture.

verb

1. the simple past tense and past participle of codify.

Other Word Forms

• noncodified adjective
• uncodified adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of codified¹

codify ( def. ) + -ed ²

Example Sentences

In March, Congress finally codified a permanent raise for federal wildland firefighters via the appropriations process, a change that advocates have sought for years.

From Salon

County attorneys said in a statement they were working with the executive office to “address this situation” and ensure the executive office has “timely codified” charter amendments going forward.

From Los Angeles Times

In its place is a codified class structure ruled by its white characters, who strongly encourage the locals to vote for approved candidates in the upcoming election in order to maintain the status quo.

From Los Angeles Times

Verstappen's comments are a reference to a change in the FIA's rule book over the winter that codified a series of penalties for drivers who either repeatedly swear or criticise the governing body.

From BBC

Roosevelt's extended stewardship led to the tradition being codified into law in the 22nd Amendment in the early 1950s.

From BBC

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