ten code

American  

[ten kohd] / ˈtɛn ˌkoʊd /

Or 10 code

noun

Radio.

1. a set of code numbers each beginning with the number ten and used as a code to describe different situations: originally used by the police, later used in CB and other radio communications.

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Etymology

Origin of ten code

Fitst recorded in 1965–70

Example Sentences

Ten code compliance complaints have been filed against the building in the past 11 years, according to records from the D.C.

From Washington Post

In D.C. schools, gay-tolerance lessons are becoming elementaryParents say Loudoun officials reaching too far to stop school tardiesConsulting commuters on I-66 needsNumber of requests for restraining orders explodes in VirginiaMaryland State Police abandon 'ten code' radio communications such as '10-4' U.S.

From Washington Post