code brown
"Code brown" is a term used primarily in medical settings to indicate various emergency situations. Its meaning can vary by region and institution.
Definition
B2Medical
(technical, regional)An alert for a hazardous material spill requiring immediate attention.
Example
- The hospital staff responded quickly when the code brown was announced over the intercom.
B2Medical
(technical, regional)An alert indicating that an adult patient is missing and may be in danger.
Example
- A code brown was issued after an elderly patient wandered off from the ward.
B2Medical
(technical, regional)An alert for severe weather conditions impacting hospital operations.
Example
- The hospital prepared for the incoming hurricane after a code brown was declared.
B2Informal
(colloquial, humorous)A situation where someone defecates in an inappropriate location, requiring cleanup.
Example
- The store manager called for a cleanup crew after a code brown in aisle three.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "code brown":