Interface

/ˈɪn.tə.feɪs/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A point of interaction or communication between entities, typically in technology or design.

The user interface of the software is intuitive and easy to navigate.

The boundary or contact surface between two different systems or areas.

The interface between the two companies allowed for a seamless exchange of data.

A shared boundary of two or more systems, allowing them to interact with each other.

In programming, an interface defines how different software components should interact.

verb

To interact or communicate with an external system or entity.

The application interfaces with the database to retrieve user information.

To connect or link different systems or processes.

The new software must interface properly with the existing hardware.

From inter- + face, derived from Latin 'facies' meaning 'face'.

user interface

The means through which a user interacts with a computer system or software.

interface design

The creation of interfaces that users interact with to facilitate usability.

interface between

Referring to the interaction or overlap between different systems or fields.

interact

To act in such a way as to have an effect on another; to engage with.

interaction

The process by which two or more things influence each other.

intermediary

A person or thing that acts as a link between two parties.

In tech circles, refers to a user-friendly feature.

The new update includes a great interface that makes navigation easy.

A meeting point in a project where team ideas come together.

Let's set up an interface to discuss all our ideas!