code name

noun

: a designation having a coded and usually secret meaning

code-name

ˈkōd-ˌnām 

transitive verb

Examples of code name in a Sentence

Every secret agent has a code name.

Recent Examples on the Web

The film added more mythology, particularly about the Arrowhead Project, a code name for mysterious military experiments at a nearby army base that sought to open portals to other dimensions. — Nick Romano, Entertainment Weekly, 25 July 2026

According to Apple, Tan has relied on his insider knowledge, like knowing secret project code names, to get Apple employees to discuss unreleased products during job interviews. — Ashley Belanger, ArsTechnica, 13 July 2026

Once the code name has been tallied with the film, the financial statements of the relevant FPC can be consulted to reveal the movie’s total costs. — Caroline Reid, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026

Laurie will play Control, the fiendish and commanding head of The Circus, Smiley’s morally fickle superior, known only by his code name. — Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 10 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1867, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for code name

• aspartame
• counterclaim
• overcame
• underframe
• username
• acclaim
• aflame
• airframe
• ballgame
• became
• declaim
• defame