interoperability

noun

in·​ter·​op·​er·​a·​bil·​i·​ty ˌin-tər-ˌä-p(ə-)rə-ˈbi-lə-tē 

: 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 

adjective

Examples of interoperability in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

From my experience, key elements of success include trust, interoperability and a patient-centric approach. —Rahul Saluja, Forbes, 4 Mar. 2025

The lack of interoperability—seamless data exchange between different healthcare systems—has been a major roadblock to efficiency for years. —Kunal Khashu, Forbes, 21 Feb. 2025

The training was conducted to demonstrate the U.S. deterrence capabilities against North Korean nuclear and missile threats and improve interoperability between South Korean and U.S. forces, the ministry said in a statement. —Democrat-Gazette Staff From Wire Reports, arkansasonline.com, 21 Feb. 2025

Considering the supply chain traceability and compliance platform’s vested interest in interoperability, TrusTrace is excited to get started. —Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 7 Feb. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1965, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for interoperability

• bioavailability
• biocompatibility
• biodegradability
• generalizability
• histocompatibility
• identifiability
• incommensurability
• incomprehensibility
• ability
• agility
• civility
• debility