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   In·ter·face

   /ˈin(t)ərˌfās/

   

   noun

   • 1. a point where two systems, subjects, organizations, etc. meet and interact: "the interface between accountancy and the law"
   • ▪ a surface forming a common boundary between two portions of matter or space, e.g., between two immiscible liquids: "the surface tension of a liquid at its air/liquid interface"
   • 2. a device or program enabling a user to communicate with a computer: "a graphical user interface"
   • ▪ a device or program for connecting two items of hardware or software so that they can be operated jointly or communicate with each other: "an application program interface"

   verb

   • 1. interact with (another system, person, organization, etc.): "his goal is to get people interfacing with each other"
   • 2. connect with (another computer or piece of equipment) by an interface: "the hotel's computer system can interface automatically with the booking system"

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