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Definition of Protocol
1. Noun. (computer science) rules determining the format and transmission of data.
Exact synonyms: Communications Protocol
Category relationships: Computer Science, Computing
Generic synonyms: Prescript, Rule
Specialized synonyms: File Transfer Protocol, Ftp, Http, Hypertext Transfer Protocol, Midi, Musical Instrument Digital Interface, Tcp, Transmission Control Protocol, Tcp/ip, Transmission Control Protocol/internet Protocol
Category relationships: Computer Science, Computing
Generic synonyms: Prescript, Rule
Specialized synonyms: File Transfer Protocol, Ftp, Http, Hypertext Transfer Protocol, Midi, Musical Instrument Digital Interface, Tcp, Transmission Control Protocol, Tcp/ip, Transmission Control Protocol/internet Protocol
2. Noun. Forms of ceremony and etiquette observed by diplomats and heads of state.
Generic synonyms: Etiquette
3. Noun. Code of correct conduct. "Academic protocol"
Definition of Protocol
1. n. The original copy of any writing, as of a deed, treaty, dispatch, or other instrument.
2. v. t. To make a protocol of.
3. v. i. To make or write protocols, or first draughts; to issue protocols.
Definition of Protocol
1. to form a preliminary draft of an official document [v -COLED, -COLING, -COLS or -COLLED, -COLLING, -COLS]