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INT-uh-fays/ˈɪntəfeɪs/

An interface is a point where two systems meet, or the layout through which a user controls software: a user interface, the interface between teams. Interact (already in the dictionary) is the verb; a friendly animation is not a badge swipe.

Meaning

A point where two systems meet; also the layout through which a user controls software.

Examples

• “The portal interface still needs a badge log; a friendly animation is not a swipe.”
• “Interact is already in this course (verb). Screen is everyday. An animation is design. A swipe is a file. Log the swipe; then animate if it still helps.”

Good to know

A meeting-point of systems, or a software screen. Verb cousin: interact (already in the dictionary). An animation ≠ a swipe log.

Near in meaning

junction

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