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    Protocolo (en. Protocol)

    /pɾotoko.lo/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Set of rules that regulate a procedure in certain fields, such as diplomacy or computer science.
    The diplomatic protocol establishes the rules of behavior between countries.
    El protocolo diplomático establece las normas de comportamiento entre países.
    Document that describes a procedure or a set of rules.
    The new security protocol was sent to all companies.
    El nuevo protocolo de seguridad fue enviado a todas las empresas.
    In computer science, a set of rules and standards for communication between devices.
    The TCP/IP protocol is fundamental for the functioning of the internet.
    El protocolo TCP/IP es fundamental para el funcionamiento de internet.

    Etymology

    From the Greek 'protokollon', which means 'first page of a book'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    course of action protocol
    Set of rules to be followed in a specific situation.
    protocolo de actuación
    subject to protocol
    It means that something must be carried out according to certain established rules.
    sujeto a protocolo
    security protocol
    Rules designed to protect specific information or areas.
    protocolo de seguridad

    Related Words

    regulation
    Set of rules governing a specific field.
    reglamento
    norm
    Rule to be followed in a certain context.
    norma
    convention
    Agreement on how to act in certain circumstances.
    convención

    Slang Meanings

    Formal procedure
    Let's follow the protocol; we need to be formal.
    Sigamos el protocolo, hay que ser formales.
    Strict rules
    That sounds very protocol; I prefer something more relaxed.
    Eso suena muy protocolo, prefiero algo más relajado.