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Protocol (Noun)

Meaning 1

Code of correct conduct; "safety protocols"; "academic protocol".

Classification

Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.

Examples

  • The government has established a strict protocol for receiving foreign dignitaries.
  • Violating safety protocol in the workplace can have severe consequences for employees.
  • At the academic conference, strict protocol was observed during the presentation of research papers.
  • Business protocol dictates that one should address a client by their title and last name until invited to do otherwise.
  • Diplomatic protocol requires that ambassadors treat each other with respect and dignity at all times.

Hypernyms

  • Code Of Behavior

Meaning 2

(computer science) rules determining the format and transmission of data.

Classification

Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.

Examples

  • The TCP/IP protocol is widely used as the standard for internet communication.
  • The new communication protocol allowed devices from different manufacturers to work seamlessly together.
  • The protocol used in the database system ensured the rapid transfer of data between servers.
  • Data is transmitted over the network using the UDP protocol for efficient speed.
  • The HTTP protocol enables web servers and browsers to communicate effectively.

Synonyms

  • Communications Protocol

Hypernyms

  • Prescript

Hyponyms

  • HTTP
  • FTP
  • TCP/IP
  • TCP
  • MIDI

Meaning 3

Forms of ceremony and etiquette observed by diplomats and heads of state.

Classification

Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.

Examples

  • The visiting head of state was greeted with full military protocol upon arrival at the airport.
  • Diplomats followed traditional diplomatic protocol when arranging a meeting between the two world leaders.
  • Breaking protocol, the young diplomat initiated a handshake before being formally introduced to the ambassador.
  • State protocol dictated that the foreign minister be treated as the host's honored guest throughout the official visit.
  • Every detail of the ceremonial protocol for the signing of the peace treaty had been meticulously planned and rehearsed in advance.
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