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

Beyond network performance, this interoperability can be critical to understanding how telcos and enterprises can harmonize third-party solutions without compromising on visibility or control. —Glenn Katz, Forbes.com, 19 Aug. 2025

The lock does not work with IFTTT applets that provide interoperability with a wide range of third-party devices. —PC Magazine, 11 Aug. 2025

These advances require both states and colleges to get serious about data integration, interoperability and privacy. —Matt Gandal, Forbes.com, 5 Aug. 2025

After diagnosing where the friction is occurring, business leaders should do a full tech stack audit, cutting redundant tech and prioritizing programs that offer interoperability, the report advises. —Kristin Stoller, Fortune, 4 Aug. 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