Barcode (noun)

A series of parallel lines of varying widths and spacings, used to encode information such as a product number, in a machine-readable form.

Origin:

Derived from the english language, barcode is a compound word formed from 'bar' and 'code', and is thought to have been first used in the 1960s.

Examples:

1. The barcode on the product was scanned at the checkout to determine its price.
2. The barcode system made it easier to track inventory and speed up the checkout process.
3. The barcode reader was a key component of the point of sale system, allowing for quick and accurate scanning of products.
4. The barcode on the ticket was scanned to confirm the validity of the ticket and track entry to the event.
5. The barcode technology allowed for efficient and automated data collection and processing in various industries.