# protocols

Pronunciation: US say "PROH-tuh-kahls" /ˈpɹoʊtəˌkɑls/; UK say "PROH-tuh-kols" /ˈpɹəʊtəˌkɒls/

## Noun

1. Plural of protocol. — plural of protocol
   - Simple: Plural of protocol. Use this form when you mean more than one set of rules or steps.
   - _Emergency protocols were activated the moment the alarm sounded._
   - _Diplomatic protocols govern how visiting heads of state are received._

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