Interface

English Meaning

1. A surface forming a common boundary between adjacent regions, bodies, substances, or phases.
2. A point at which independent systems or diverse groups interact: "the interface between crime and politics where much of our reality is to be found” ( Jack Kroll).
3. Computer Science The point of interaction or communication between a computer and any other entity, such as a printer or human operator.
4. Computer Science The layout of an application's graphic or textual controls in conjunction with the way the application responds to user activity: an interface whose icons were hard to remember.
5. To join by means of an interface.
6. To serve as an interface for.
7. To serve as an interface or become interfaced.
8. To interact or coordinate smoothly: "Theatergoers were lured out of their seats and interfaced with the scenery” ( New York Times).