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API

Definition:

An API (Application Programming Interface) is a set of rules and protocols that allows different software applications to communicate with each other. It specifies how software components should interact and defines the methods, data structures, and conventions to be used in the communication process.

Senses/Usages:

Sense 1:

As a noun, API refers to a software interface that enables interaction between different applications or services.

Example sentences:

1. The Twitter API allows developers to integrate Twitter features into their applications.
2. Our company provides an API for real-time weather data, which can be utilized by third-party apps.

Related products: API development books

Sense 2:

As an adjective, API is used to describe a product or service that is officially supported by the application provider and can be used for integration purposes.

Example sentences:

1. We offer API support for our online payment system, allowing merchants to seamlessly integrate it into their websites.
2. The software update includes API compatibility with the latest operating systems.

Related products: Software APIs

Sense 3:

In the context of oil and gas exploration, API stands for the American Petroleum Institute and refers to the organization's measurement standards for categorizing petroleum products.

Example sentences:

1. This oil has an API gravity of 40, indicating its lightness and high quality.
2. The API standard helps ensure consistency in the classification of different types of fuel.

Related products: Petroleum industry books