Master 50 Essential Code Collocations: Complete Guide for English Learners

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Collocations with Code

Example

1

Access code /ˈækˌsɛs koʊd/

I need the access code to log into my email account.

2

Alphanumeric code /ˌælfənoʊˈmɛrɪk koʊd/

An alphanumeric code consists of both letters and numbers.

3

Cheat code /tʃit koʊd/

Some video games have cheat codes that give players special powers.

4

Diagnostic code /ˌdaɪəɡˈnɑstɪk koʊd/

Doctors use diagnostic codes to identify medical conditions.

5

Executable code /ˈɛksɪkjʊtəbəl koʊd/

Executable code is written in a language that a computer can understand.

6

Generated code /ˈdʒɛnəˌreɪtəd koʊd/

The software program generated code automatically.

7

Code generator /koʊd ˈdʒɛnəˌreɪtər/

A code generator can create random passwords for online accounts.

8

Unique code /juˈnik koʊd/

Each product has a unique code for tracking purposes.

9

Two-letter code /tuː ˈlɛtər koʊd/

A simple two-letter code is used for country identification.

10

Binary code /ˈbaɪnəri koʊd/

Computers process information using binary code composed of zeros and ones.

11

Source code /sɔːrs koʊd/

Programmers examine the source code to find bugs in the application.

12

Machine code /məˈʃin koʊd/

The compiler translates high-level language into machine code that processors understand.

13

QR code /ˌkjuː ˈɑːr koʊd/

Scan the QR code with your smartphone to access the restaurant menu.

14

Security code /sɪˈkjʊrəti koʊd/

Enter the three-digit security code from the back of your credit card.

15

Verification code /ˌvɛrəfəˈkeɪʃən koʊd/

The bank sent a verification code to my phone for transaction approval.

No.

Collocations with Code

Example

16

Civil code /ˈsɪvəl koʊd/

The civil code governs legal matters within our country.

17

Criminal code /ˈkrɪmənəl koʊd/

The criminal code outlines laws and penalties for unlawful behavior.

18

Code enforcement /koʊd ɪnˈfɔrsmənt/

The city's code enforcement department ensures that buildings meet safety standards.

19

Code requirement /koʊd rɪˈkwaɪərmənt/

Meeting the fire code requirements is essential for building safety.

20

Fire code /ˈfaɪər koʊd/

Buildings must comply with the fire code to prevent emergencies.

21

Building code /ˈbɪldɪŋ koʊd/

The construction project must adhere to local building code regulations.

22

Safety code /ˈseɪfti koʊd/

Workers receive training on the workplace safety code before starting their jobs.

23

Legal code /ˈliɡəl koʊd/

Lawyers reference the legal code when preparing cases for court.

24

Penal code /ˈpinəl koʊd/

The judge consulted the penal code to determine appropriate sentencing guidelines.

25

Revised code /rɪˈvaɪzd koʊd/

The council approved the revised code of ethics last month.

No.

Collocations with Code

Example

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Code of conduct /koʊd əv ˈkɑndʌkt/

Employees are expected to follow the company's code of conduct.

27

Code of ethics /koʊd əv ˈɛθɪks/

Professionals adhere to a strict code of ethics in their work.

28

Disciplinary code /dɪˈsaɪpləˌnɛri koʊd/

Schools often have a disciplinary code to maintain order.

29

Ethical code /ˈɛθɪkəl koʊd/

Ethical hackers abide by an ethical code when testing systems.

30

Moral code /ˈmɔːrəl koʊd/

Jack lives by a strict moral code that guides his decisions and actions.

31

Unwritten code /ʌnˈrɪtən koʊd/

There's an unwritten code among surfers to respect the waves and fellow surfers.

32

Honor code /ˈɑnər koʊd/

University students pledge to uphold the honor code during examinations.

33

Dress code /drɛs koʊd/

The office maintains a business casual dress code throughout the week.

34

Uniform code /ˈjuːnɪfɔːrm koʊd/

The school requires all students to follow a uniform code for their attire.

35

Behavioral code /bɪˈheɪvjərəl koʊd/

The team established a behavioral code to ensure respectful communication.

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Collocations with Code

Example

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Elaborate code /ɪˈlæbərət koʊd/

The elaborate code was difficult to decipher without proper training.

37

Rigid code /ˈrɪdʒɪd koʊd/

The company enforces a rigid code of conduct that all employees must adhere to.

38

Secret code /ˈsikrət koʊd/

Children often create a secret code to communicate during their games.

39

Color code /ˈkʌlər koʊd/

The hospital uses a color code system to identify different departments.

40

Zip code /zɪp koʊd/

Please provide your zip code to calculate shipping costs accurately.

41

Area code /ˈɛriə koʊd/

The area code 212 represents Manhattan in New York City.

42

Postal code /ˈpoʊstəl koʊd/

International packages require the correct postal code for efficient delivery.

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Collocations with Code

Example

43

Code software /koʊd ˈsɔftwɛr/

Developers code software applications to solve business problems.

44

Code programs /koʊd ˈproʊɡræmz/

Students learn to code programs using various programming languages.

45

Code websites /koʊd ˈwɛbˌsaɪts/

Web developers code websites that are both functional and visually appealing.

46

Code algorithms /koʊd ˈælɡəˌrɪðəmz/

Data scientists code algorithms to analyze large datasets effectively.

47

Code applications /koʊd ˌæplɪˈkeɪʃənz/

Mobile developers code applications for both iOS and Android platforms.

48

Code efficiently /koʊd ɪˈfɪʃəntli/

Experienced programmers learn to code efficiently to meet project deadlines.

49

Code manually /koʊd ˈmænjuəli/

Some developers prefer to code manually rather than using automated tools.

50

Code collaboratively /koʊd kəˈlæbərətɪvli/

Teams often code collaboratively using version control systems like Git.

access code; code enforcement; civil code; cheat code; alphanumeric code

1 - access code

2 - alphanumeric code

3 - cheat code

4 - civil code

5 -  code enforcement