protocol

/ˈpɹəʊtəˌkɒl/ · noun

Meaning

The minutes, or official record, of a negotiation or transaction; especially a document drawn up officially which forms the legal basis for subsequent agreements based on it.
An official record of a diplomatic meeting or negotiation; later specifically, a draft document setting out agreements to be signed into force by a subsequent formal treaty.
An amendment to an official treaty.
The first leaf of a roll of papyrus, or the official mark typically found on such a page.
The official formulas which appeared at the beginning or end of certain official documents such as charters, papal bulls etc.
The original notes of observations made during an experiment; also, the precise method for carrying out or reproducing a given experiment.
To make a protocol of.
To make or write protocols, or first drafts; to issue protocols.

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