interfacing

[ in-ter-fey-sing ]

noun

1. a woven or nonwoven material used between the facing facing and outer fabric of a garment, as in the collar and lapels of a jacket, to add body and give support and shape to the garment.

interfacing

/ ˈɪntəˌfeɪsɪŋ /

noun

1. a piece of fabric sewn beneath the facing of a garment, usually at the inside of the neck, armholes, etc, to give shape and firmness
2. another name for interlining

Word History and Origins

Origin of interfacing¹

inter- + facing

Example Sentences

In a time where digital communication is almost the new standard, uncovering subtle, non-verbal cues can significantly affect how an individual is perceived in a professional setting when interfacing through a computer screen.

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The material was reverse-engineered to not only mimic skin elasticity and motion types, but also to adjust its dielectric properties to counter the disruptive effects of motion on interfacing electronics, minimize energy loss and dissipate heat.

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But OECTs operate by coupling the flow of ions with the flow of electrons, which makes them interesting routes for interfacing with chemistry and biology.

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Current tools for interfacing with the peripheral nerves -- the 43 pairs of motor and sensory nerves that connect the brain and the spinal cord -- are outdated, bulky and carry a high risk of nerve injury.

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Co-first author Dr Sarah Thomas, from the Department of Physics at Imperial College London, said: "Interfacing two key devices together is a crucial step forward in allowing quantum networking, and we are really excited to be the first team to have been able to demonstrate this."

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