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.
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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.
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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.