user interface

American

noun

Digital Technology.

the interface features through which users interact with the hardware and software of computers and other electronic devices. UI

Etymology

Origin of user interface

First recorded in 1965–70

Example Sentences

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We’ve married the user interface with AI, and AI is working hand-in-glove with the user interface.

From Barron's • Feb. 22, 2026

“If you can input data that way, and not have to do it in front of a computer, having that user interface improvement is really great,” he said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 27, 2026

The user interface has been the focus of dissent online, and not without good reason.

From BBC • Nov. 1, 2025

“Voice is a very natural user interface, as are hand gestures.”

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 18, 2025

Typically this is created while debugging user interface code.

From The Jargon File, Version 4.2.2, 20 Aug 2000 by Steele, Guy L.

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