graphical user interface

noun

: a program that allows a person to work easily with a computer by using a mouse to point to small pictures and other elements on the screen

Full Definition of GRAPHICAL USER INTERFACE

: a computer program designed to allow a computer user to interact easily with the computer typically by making choices from menus or groups of icons

See graphical user interface defined for English-language learners

1981

Next Word in the Dictionary: graphic artsPrevious Word in the Dictionary: graphicacyAll Words Near: graphical user interface

What made you want to look up graphical user interface? Please tell us where you read or heard it (including the quote, if possible).

Put-downs with flair

How to use a word that (literally) drives some people nuts.

Test your vocab with our fun, fast game

Ailurophobia, and 9 other unusual fears