protocol

• Nom désignant un ensemble de règles, de procédures ou de conventions qui régissent les échanges, le comportement ou la transmission de données dans un domaine ou un système donné.

A noun referring to a set of rules, procedures, or conventions governing communication, conduct, or data exchange in a specific field or system.

1. Official procedureB2formal

   A system of rules and accepted behavior used at official ceremonies and occasions.

   Protocole officiel

   • Diplomatic protocol requires that ambassadors be treated with respect.
   • The wedding followed strict royal protocol.
   • He violated protocol by speaking out of turn.

   Synonymesceremonycodedecorumetiquetteformalityprocedure

2. Rules for communicationB2formalIT

   A set of rules governing the exchange of data between devices or systems.

   Protocole de communication

   • The network uses the TCP/IP protocol for data transmission.
   • Developers must follow the protocol to ensure compatibility.
   • The new protocol improves security for online transactions.

3. Medical treatment planB2formalmedical

   A detailed plan for a medical treatment or scientific experiment.

   Protocole (médical)

   • The hospital follows a strict protocol for handling infectious diseases.
   • The research protocol was approved by the ethics committee.
   • Doctors administered the drug according to the established protocol.

   Synonymescourseprocedureregimenschedule