noun
passcode
noun
1
A sequence of characters or numbers used to verify identity and grant access to a device or system.
"Enter your six-digit passcode to unlock the phone."
How to Use Passcode
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA short code (often numeric) used instead of a password to unlock something, like a phone.
Common mistake
A passcode is typically short and numeric (like a phone PIN); a password is usually longer and can mix letters, numbers, and symbols.
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Word Forms
passcodes plural
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Etymology
A blend of pass and code.