codify

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

verb (used with object)

, cod·i·fied, cod·i·fy·ing.

1. to compile (laws, rules, etc.) into an orderly, formal code.
2. to make a digest of; arrange in a systematic collection.

   Synonyms: group, organize, order, catalog, classify

codify

/ ˈkəʊdɪˌfaɪ; ˈkɒ- /

verb

1. tr to organize or collect together (laws, rules, procedures, etc) into a system or code

Derived Forms

• ˈcodiˌfier, noun

Other Words From

• cod·i·fi·a·bil·i·ty [kod-, uh, -fahy-, uh, -, bil, -i-tee, koh-d, uh, -], noun
• cod·i·fi·er noun
• re·cod·i·fy verb (used with object) recodified recodifying

Word History and Origins

Origin of codify¹

First recorded in 1795–1805; code + -ify

Example Sentences

That includes law relating to health facilities in war, as codified in the First and Fourth Geneva Conventions as well as in “state practice” and the military manuals of most states.

From Salon

But every state that codifies abortion rights in its constitution reinforces them against the whims of elected officials.

From Los Angeles Times

A mix of red, blue and swing states handily passed measures related to restoring abortion access or codifying it in their state constitutions.

From Los Angeles Times

The poll found considerable support for policies that would codify reproductive rights and protect women and healthcare providers.

From Salon

I understand Harris has a policy where she wants to codify Roe v Wade, but I think women's rights and issues extend outside of just abortion access.

From BBC

Related Words

• summarize