codevalidation
nounUK /ˈkəʊd ˌvælɪˈdeɪʃən/
US /ˈkoʊd ˌvælɪˈdeɪʃən/
Code validation is when a computer checks that the code you wrote follows the rules and works right.
The teacher asked us to run code validation before we shared our game with the class.
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2. The process of confirming that a code (like a secret password or a set of rules) is real and correct.
The website uses code validation to make sure the discount code you typed is real.
3. A check that a set of building or safety codes has been followed properly.
The new house passed code validation, so the family could move in safely.
4. In games, checking that a cheat code or unlock code is genuine before it is accepted.
The game did a quick code validation before giving the player the bonus level.