A code of honor or honor code is generally a set of rules or
ideals or a mode or way of behaving regarding
honor that is socially, institutionally, culturally, and/or individually or personally imposed, reinforced, followed, and/or respected by certain individuals and/or certain cultures or societies. Codes of honor frequently concern (often subjective) ethical or moral considerations or cultural or individual
values and are commonly found in certain
honor cultures or within the context of cultures, societies, or situations that place importance on honor.