1. a machine-readable pattern of parallel lines and spaces that encodes product information, typically printed on packaging or labels

1. to mark or label something with a barcode

Examples

• The cashier scanned the barcode on the product to ring up the sale.
• Every item in the store has a barcode printed on its packaging.
• The warehouse uses barcodes to track inventory automatically.
• You can barcode items to make checkout faster.
• The barcode contains the product's price and identification number.
• Customers can scan the barcode with their phone to get more information about the product.