International Code
noun
a code used at sea by the navies of certain nations, using a series of flags representing digits from zero through nine.
Origin of International Code
1First recorded in 1880–85
Words Nearby International Code
- International Association of Lions Clubs
- international atomic time
- International Bank for Reconstruction and Development
- International Brigade
- international candle
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- International Code of Signals
- International Court of Justice
- International Criminal Police Organization
- International Date Line
- International Development Association
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How to use International Code in a sentence
When you get to the window, take your knife and rap out a message in International Code.
The Ranger Boys and the Border Smugglers | Claude A. LabelleThe idea of an International Code of Labour Protection could not have been more flatly rejected.
The Theory and Policy of Labour Protection | Albert Eberhard Friedrich SchffleIt was International Code—being sent as fast as the solenoid could be operated.
The Velvet Glove | Harry HarrisonFor some time she steamed back and forth, signalling in the International Code for surrender, but without obtaining any answer.
Australia in Arms | Phillip F.E. SchulerHoist International Code letter J and make code letter of ship; then proceed as in article 1.
Visual Signaling | Signal Corps United States Army
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