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service-oriented architecture

noun

Meaning

A software design approach where applications are built as a suite of interoperable services, each performing a specific business function and communicating over a network.

Examples

The company adopted a service-oriented architecture to make its systems more flexible and scalable.
Developing a new feature involved integrating with several existing services within the service-oriented architecture.

Synonyms: microservices architecture, distributed system, modular design

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service-oriented architecture (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈsɜːrvɪs ˌɔːriˈɛntɪd ˌɑːrkɪtɛktʃər/

Definition

A software design approach where applications are built as a suite of interoperable services, each performing a specific business function and communicating over a network.

Examples

The company adopted a service-oriented architecture to make its systems more flexible and scalable.
Developing a new feature involved integrating with several existing services within the service-oriented architecture.

How to Use service-oriented architecture

service-oriented architecture (noun phrase): Refers to the architectural style itself. — "The principles of service-oriented architecture are well-documented."

Synonyms of service-oriented architecture

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