Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

recodify

verb
/ˌriːˈkɒdɪfaɪ/
Definition
To reorganize or rewrite the laws or rules to create a new system.
Examples
  • The government decided to recodify the tax laws to simplify compliance for citizens.
  • After years of feedback from legal professionals, the organization moved to recodify its internal guidelines.
  • It’s important to recodify the safety regulations to reflect the latest standards in the industry.
Meaning
The act of arranging or systematizing laws, codes, or regulations again, often to improve clarity or relevance.
Synonyms
  • reorganize
  • revise
  • systematize
  • resystematize