interoperability

noun

in·​ter·​op·​er·​a·​bil·​i·​ty ˌin-tər-ˌä-p(ə-)rə-ˈbi-lə-tē How to pronounce interoperability (audio)
: ability of a system (such as a weapons system) to work with or use the parts or equipment of another system
interoperable
ˌin-tər-ˈä-p(ə-)rə-bəl How to pronounce interoperability (audio)
adjective

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The Need To Move Beyond Exchange Of Data In the healthcare sector, interoperability efforts have historically focused on ensuring that systems can exchange data. — Bindu Madhavi Mangalampalli, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026 All three brands are converging on the Matter interoperability standard, which is quietly collapsing what used to be the industry’s biggest selling point. — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson july 27, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 July 2026 Focus on security and interoperability Navy officials say the agreement extends beyond financial savings. — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 23 July 2026 What drew me to VideoAmp is that the company is building for where the industry is headed — with the infrastructure, interoperability, and API-first platform foundation to help agencies operate with greater speed, clarity, and accountability. — Brian Steinberg, Variety, 21 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for interoperability

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First Known Use

1965, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of interoperability was in 1965

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“Interoperability.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/interoperability. Accessed 5 Aug. 2026.

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