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
  • One way of classifying AI techniques is on a continuum of how these techniques are designed and operate.
    Bruce Y. Lee, Forbes, 12 Oct. 2024
  • The hurricane notched sustained wind speeds of 180 mph Monday, classifying it for a time as a Category 5 storm—the highest distinction possible.
    Mary Whitfill Roeloffs, Forbes, 8 Oct. 2024
Definition of classifying
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  • The report outlines Trio-Tech's strategic focus on reducing its concentration in the semiconductor industry by organizing its operations into Semiconductor Back-end Solutions and Industrial Electronics segments.
    Quartz Bot, Quartz, 12 Nov. 2024
  • Implementing structured processes for organizing and categorizing knowledge—such as updating centralized repositories and creating dedicated channels for specific projects—can prevent critical information from slipping through the cracks.
    Sagi Eliyahu, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
Definition of organizing
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  • Then, spend a few moments arranging them.
    Halee Miller Van Ryswyk, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Oct. 2024
  • Rob Moose also contributed to the record, playing viola and arranging strings throughout.
    Madison Bloom, Pitchfork, 18 Oct. 2024
Definition of arranging
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  • By integrating financial services, companies can offer a more holistic experience, distinguishing themselves from competitors.
    Zareef Hamid, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
  • One key distinguishing factor is the presence of a fever.
    Katia Hetter, CNN, 2 Oct. 2024
Definition of distinguishing
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  • Under that scenario, MLB would be in charge of producing and distributing local teams.
    Brad Adgate, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
  • What may be bothering California’s lawmakers is that the means for making and distributing forms of political propaganda are being democratized.
    The Editors, National Review, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of distributing
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  • But his explanation for separating the brands at the time summed up the internal situation well.
    Jean E. Palmieri, WWD, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Nonetheless, Harris has begun the challenging and nuanced task of separating herself from the current anti-crypto policies in favor of a pro-digital asset and blockchain stance in alignment with her Opportunity Economy policies to bolster the middle and working classes.
    Tonya Evans, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of separating
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