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interoperability

American  
[in-ter-ah-pruh-bil-i-tee, in-ter-ah-per-uh-bil-i-tee] / ˌɪn tərˌɑ prəˈbɪl ɪ ti, ˌɪn tərˌɑ pər əˈbɪl ɪ ti /

noun

  1. the ability of different systems or devices to operate together effectively, especially in computing or weapons technology.


Example Sentences

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The naval exercises, which kicked off on Friday, are intended to promote maritime safety, trade and interoperability, according to South African officials.

From The Wall Street Journal

South Africa's defence department said the navies were gathering "for an intensive programme of joint maritime safety operations, interoperability drills and maritime protection serials".

From BBC

Set guardrails—interoperability, auditability, privacy—so the public knows these systems work and for whom.

From The Wall Street Journal

This facility will host Qatari F-15 fighter jets and personnel, enabling joint training exercises with U.S. forces to enhance interoperability and combat readiness.

From Salon

"The location will host a contingent of Qatari F-15s and pilots to enhance our combined training" as well as "increase lethality, interoperability," he said.

From Barron's