interface
noun [ C ]
uk/ˈɪntəfeɪs/ us IT
the way in which information is made available to the user on the screen of a computer, mobile phone, etc.:
A user-friendly shopping interface is essential if you want to encourage customers to buy online.
a user/computer/software interface
the point at which two different systems, activities, etc. have an influence on each other:
interface between sth and sth the interface between business and Government
interface with sth The decision is based on the need to create a more efficient interface with our customers.
IT
a connection between two pieces of electronic equipment:
a network interface card/controller
See also
graphical user interface
GUI
interface
verb
uk/ˈɪntəˌfeɪs/ us [ I ]
if two people, companies, systems, etc. interface, they are in contact and work together with each other:
interface with sb/sth All workers at the airport should be willing to interface with local law-enforcement personnel as and when necessary.
[ I or T ] IT
if a computer, mobile phone, etc. interfaces with another system or piece of equipment, or is interfaced with it, it can be connected to or used with it:
interface (sth) with sth Wireless Application Protocols are standards that govern how mobile phones interface with the World Wide Web.