Interface's
tərˌfeɪs; noun
1.
a surface regarded as the common boundary of two bodies, spaces, or phases.
2.
the facts, problems, considerations, theories, practices, etc., shared by two or more disciplines, procedures, or fields of study: the interface between chemistry and physics.
3.
a common boundary or interconnection between systems, equipment, concepts, or human beings.
4.
communication or interaction: Interface between the parent company and its subsidiaries has never been better.
5.
a thing or circumstance that enables separate and sometimes incompatible elements to coordinate effectively: The organization serves as an interface between the state government and the public.
verb (used with object)
7.
to bring into an interface.
8.
to bring together; connect or mesh: The management is interfacing several departments with an information service from overseas.
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verb (used without object)
9.
to be in an interface.
10.
to function as an interface.
11.
to meet or communicate directly; interact, coordinate, synchronize, or harmonize (often followed by with ): The two communications systems are able to interface with each other.
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| interface | |
| —n | |
| 1. | chem a surface that forms the boundary between two bodies, liquids, or chemical phases |
| 2. | a common point or boundary between two things, subjects, etc |
| 3. | an electrical circuit linking one device, esp a computer, with another |
| —vb | |
| 4. | (tr) to design or adapt the input and output configurations of (two electronic devices) so that they may work together compatibly |
| 5. | to be or become an interface (with) |
| 6. | to be or become interactive (with) |
| interfacial | |
| —adj | |
| inter'facially | |
| —adv | |
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Word Origin & History
interface
1962 (n.), 1967 (v.), from inter- + face.
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Medical Dictionary
interface in·ter·face (ĭn'tər-fās')
n.
A surface forming a common boundary between adjacent regions or bodies.
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