Pronunciation: /ˈɪntəfeɪs/
noun
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1a point where two systems, subjects, organizations, etc. meet and interact: the interface between accountancy and the law
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chiefly Physics a surface forming a common boundary between two portions of matter or space, for example between two immiscible liquids: the surface tension of a liquid at its air/liquid interface
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2 Computing a device or program enabling a user to communicate with a computer: a graphical user interface
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a device or program for connecting two items of hardware or software so that they can be operated jointly or communicate with each other: an application program interface
verb
[no object] (
interface with)
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1interact with (another system, person, etc.): you will interface with counterparts from sister companies
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2 Computing connect with (another computer or piece of equipment) by an interface: the hotel’s computer system can interface automatically with the booking system [with object]: a device which can be interfaced with a computer