Definitions

1. noun

A set of rules that explain how to perform a particular activity or procedure, especially in a formal or official context.

“The new employee was given a protocol to follow for handling customer complaints.”

2. noun

A formal agreement or understanding between nations or organizations, especially about the conduct of international relations or diplomacy.

“The two countries signed a protocol to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions.”

3. noun

A standard or procedure used in a particular field or activity, especially in science or technology.

“The laboratory followed a strict protocol for handling biological samples.”

4. verb

To communicate or interact with someone in a way that is formal or official.

“The company will protocol with the government to resolve the dispute.”

5. verb

To send or forward data or a message to a computer or network, especially in a specific format or using a specific protocol.

“The software can protocol data to the cloud for storage and analysis.”