Hays Code

English

Etymology

Named after Will H. Hays (1879–1954), then president of the Motion Picture Producers and Distributors of America.

Proper noun

the Hays Code

1. (historical) The Motion Picture Production Code, a set of moral guidelines for motion pictures in the United States; it was in force from 1930 to 1968.

   Synonym: Production Code

Derived terms

• pre-Code