protocols

Cultural  

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.

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Example Sentences

Employees modified the MAP’s consent forms, patient instructional materials, website FAQ page, and chatbot so that they now contain information on both medication protocols.

From Slate • May 18, 2026

"This is the first record of a giant squid detected off Western Australia's coast using eDNA protocols and the northernmost record of A. dux in the eastern Indian Ocean," Dr. Kirkendale said.

From Science Daily • May 14, 2026

French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu called on Tuesday for "closer coordination" on health protocols within the European Union.

From Barron's • May 12, 2026

Fifa can help oversee tournament logistics, official protocols and the treatment of participating delegations during the competition itself.

From BBC • May 9, 2026

‘This lair is secret. The Amazons have certain protocols -’ ‘The Amazons. You work for them?’

From "Blood of Olympus" by Rick Riordan

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