passcode

[ pas-kohd ]

noun

1. password ( def 2 ).

Word History and Origins

Origin of passcode¹

First recorded in 1980–85; pass ( def ) + code ( def )

Example Sentences

Talbot was found guilty following a trial of supplying a controlled drug of Class A, misconduct in public office and failing to provide the passcode for his phone.

From BBC

When a customer makes a payment online, they are often sent a one-time passcode to verify the transaction.

From BBC

After Iza forced R.C. to reveal the passcode, Iza allegedly transferred $25,000 back to himself.

From Los Angeles Times

When Adams finally produced his personal phone the next day, it was locked with a new six-digit passcode that the mayor refused to give over to the feds, claiming that he could not remember it.

From Slate

“It was either face ID or passcode to open her phone,” he said.

From BBC