codifying

verb

Definition of codifyingnext
present participle of codify
1
as in classifying
to arrange or assign according to type codify these ancient cultures according to their political structures

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2
as in organizing
to put into a particular arrangement the rules for the game were codified over a hundred years ago

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for codifying
  1. classifying
  2. organizing
  3. arranging
  4. distinguishing
  5. distributing
  6. separating
Verb
  • The study also highlighted the historical confusion that had persisted in classifying these fish.
    Mark R. Weaver, Newsweek, 3 Dec. 2024
  • By classifying data based on sensitivity and impact, businesses can prioritize efforts to strengthen their data security while ensuring regulatory compliance.
    Vivek Ahuja, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
Definition of classifying
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  • Over the past few years, brands have become smarter and more sophisticated at gathering, organizing and actioning their customer data to create innovative and new experiences.
    Michael Benedek, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Tesla sees uses in assembly lines, manufacturing, and domestic tasks like organizing and cleaning.
    Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of organizing
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  • Fundamentally, data modeling involves arranging data in a structured way to improve accessibility and use for a range of applications and analyses.
    Artyom Keydunov, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
  • Everyday materials and equipment easily found at home or from the grocery store or local specialty shops will be used to demystify the age old art of flower arranging.
    Joe Rassel, Orlando Sentinel, 4 Dec. 2024
Definition of arranging
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  • James knocked the ball down and the Eagles delivered their first unblemished record, another distinguishing mark in a breathtaking season.
    Troy Renck, The Denver Post, 7 Dec. 2024
  • According to the singer, Riot has evolved its music production into a more integrated and ongoing part of its creative process, distinguishing itself from other companies that typically use more fragmented approaches.
    Cecilia Ciocchetti, Rolling Stone, 3 Dec. 2024
Definition of distinguishing
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  • The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has started distributing refunds totaling more than $72 million to players impacted by Fortnite's billing practices.
    Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
  • In March, the Rocket Foundation introduced Sparks Grants, distributing $10,000 each to 10 Atlanta organizations dedicated to creating safer neighborhoods.
    Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 9 Dec. 2024
Definition of distributing
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  • Symmetries broke, enabling the particles of the Standard Model to acquire a rest mass and separating the forces into four fundamental ones.
    Big Think, Big Think, 10 Dec. 2024
  • The homes were clustered together, with no streets separating them.
    The Editors, JSTOR Daily, 10 Dec. 2024
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