Interface Definition & Meaning

interface
noun
  1. (chemistry) a surface forming a common boundary between two things (two objects or liquids or chemical phases)
  2. (computer science) a program that controls a display for the user (usually on a computer monitor) and that allows the user to interact with the system
  3. the overlap where two theories or phenomena affect each other or have links with each other; "the interface between chemistry and biology"
  4. (computer science) computer circuit consisting of the hardware and associated circuitry that links one device with another (especially a computer and a hard disk drive or other peripherals)

Synonyms for interface

port adj

located on the left side of a ship or aircraft a place (seaport or airport) where people and merchandise can enter or

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"Interface" in song lyrics

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  • "Aquarium interface"
    Celph Titled f/ Fabolous, Hot Karl, Redman — Blao!
  • "and the way we interface"
    Feenom Circle — I Ain't Askin'
  • "The Animal within awaits, inside the graphical interface"
    June Marx f/ Lone Ninja — The Animus

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Frequently asked questions

What does interface mean?
(chemistry) a surface forming a common boundary between two things (two objects or liquids or chemical phases) (computer science) a program that controls a display for the user (usually on a computer monitor) and that allows the user to interact with the system the overlap where two theories or phenomena affect each other or have links with each other
What part of speech is interface?
Interface is a noun.
How many definitions does interface have?
Interface has 4 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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