Protocolling: meaning, definitions and examples

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protocolling

 

[ proʊˈtɒkəlɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

communication practices

Protocolling refers to the act of creating and maintaining a systematic record of communications, meetings, events, or agreements. This process is important for ensuring accountability and clarity in various settings, such as legal, medical, or organizational environments. Protocolling may involve the documentation of decisions made, the actions taken, and the discussions held during a meeting or event. Proper protocolling allows for effective follow-up and serves as a reference for future actions.

Synonyms

documenting, logging, recording, registering.

Examples of usage

  • The secretary focused on protocolling the minutes of the meeting.
  • He was responsible for protocolling the negotiations between the two parties.
  • Protocolling is essential for maintaining a clear record of decisions.
  • The committee emphasized the importance of protocolling for future reference.

Translations

Translations of the word "protocolling" in other languages:

🇵🇹 protocolação

🇮🇳 प्रोटोकॉलिंग

🇩🇪 Protokollierung

🇮🇩 protokol

🇺🇦 протоколювання

🇵🇱 protokollowanie

🇯🇵 プロトコリング

🇫🇷 protocolisation

🇪🇸 protocolización

🇹🇷 protokolleme

🇰🇷 프로토콜링

🇸🇦 تسجيل البروتوكول

🇨🇿 protokolování

🇸🇰 protokolovanie

🇨🇳 协议记录

🇸🇮 protokoliranje

🇮🇸 skjalasafn

🇰🇿 протоколдау

🇬🇪 პროტოკოლირება

🇦🇿 protokollaşdırma

🇲🇽 protocolización

Etymology

The word 'protocolling' originates from the term 'protocol,' which comes from the Greek word 'protokollon,' meaning 'first glue.' Historically, a protocollon referred to a first page or the cover of an official document that contained a summary or a record of what the document entailed. The shift towards modern usage began in the context of diplomatic relations in the 18th century, where protocols were established to ensure that meetings and discussions were systematically recorded to prevent miscommunication and misinterpretation. Over time, the process of protocolling expanded beyond diplomacy to include law, business, and medical fields, as maintaining clear records became essential for operational transparency and accountability. Today, protocolling is a critical aspect in various professional sectors, illustrating its evolution and growing importance in diverse communication contexts.