protocols

1. Agreed-upon standards and practices in technology (particularly information technology) that allow systems manufactured by many different companies to be compatible with each other and work within common larger systems. Protocols are established by industry trade groups, governments, or some combination thereof.

Example Sentences

A Spirit spokesman said the company follows maintenance protocols as established by Airbus and that safety is a top priority.

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There are efforts afoot to standardize protocols for clots, so the chances of landing a proper diagnosis and quick treatment aren’t so hit-or-miss.

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With newer research come more nuanced options for recovery protocols—with even more acronyms.

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In June, the city said an air quality test near the data centers found pollutants were “too low to detect or well below established safety protocols.”

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"We always take security and safety very seriously," adding, "we have very strong protocols in place".

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Related Words

• agreement 
• code 
• contract 
• covenant 
• custom 
• obligation 
• pact