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- pronunciation:
- pro
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kawl
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pro
t
kal
- parts of speech:
- noun, intransitive verb
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun), Word Parts
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
the rules pertaining to etiquette and ceremonial observances among diplomats, heads of state, and the military.
Diplomatic protocol demands that the host country display the flag of the visiting dignitary's country.- synonyms:
- etiquette
- similar words:
- ceremony, convention, custom, form, formalities, observances, policy, regulations
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| definition 2: |
the proper or agreed upon way of conducting oneself or of doing something.
Office protocol used to require that managers be addressed by their last name and title.A new protocol has been established for the evacuation of students during an emergency. |
| definition 3: |
an original or preliminary draft, copy, or record of an agreement, esp. a treaty.
- similar words:
- agreement, draft, treaty
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| definition 4: |
a set of conventions for treatment and formatting of computer data in communication across a network.
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| related words: |
amenity, ceremony, convention, form, policy |
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| part of speech: |
intransitive verb |
| inflections: |
protocols, protocoling, protocolling, protocoled, protocolled |
| definition: |
to prepare or issue a protocol.
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