/kəʊd/ – Noun
Definition: 1. bộ luật, pháp điển;
2. mã, mã hóa.
A more thorough explanation: In legal terms, a “code” refers to a systematic collection of laws or regulations that are organized and classified according to subject matter. Codes are typically enacted by a legislative body and serve as a comprehensive and authoritative source of legal rules within a particular jurisdiction.
Example: The lawyer reviewed the local municipal code to determine the zoning regulations for the property.