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Word

ABI

Phoneticsabi

Definition

n. Stands for Application Binary Interface. A set of rules that tells computer programs how to talk to each other. It acts like a shared language so different software can work together.

n. Abbreviation for Application Binary Interface. A standardized interface that allows different software applications to communicate and exchange data. Primarily used in technical and computing contexts.

Examples

“The new app uses the standard ABI.”

“Developers updated the code to match the new ABI requirements.”

“The system's stability relies on a strict ABI that ensures old programs run correctly on new hardware.”

Examples

simple

“The new app uses the standard ABI.”

contextual

“Developers updated the code to match the new ABI requirements.”

complex

“The system's stability relies on a strict ABI that ensures old programs run correctly on new hardware.”

Real-World Examples

“Car insurance is compulsory, says the Association of British Insurers (ABI), but you can choose whether it's worth insuring your bike or other items.”
BBC News · 13 Sept 2026

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