input

American  

[in-poot] / ˈɪnˌpʊt /

noun

1. something that is put in.

2. the act or process of putting in.

3. the power or energy supplied to a machine.

4. the current or voltage applied to an electric or electronic circuit or device.

5. Computers.

   1. data to be entered into a computer for processing.

   2. the process of introducing data into the internal storage of a computer.

6. contribution of information, ideas, opinions, or the like.

   Before making a decision we need your input.

7. the available data for solving a technical problem.

8. Scot. a monetary contribution, as to charity.

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adjective

1. of or relating to data or equipment used for input.

   The goal is to reduce input costs.

verb (used with object)

inputted, input, inputting

1. Computers. to enter (data) into a computer for processing.

2. to contribute (ideas, information, or suggestions) to a project, discussion, etc.

input British  

/ ˈɪnˌpʊt /

noun

1. the act of putting in

2. that which is put in

3. (often plural) a resource required for industrial production, such as capital goods, labour services, raw materials, etc

4. electronics

   1. the signal or current fed into a component or circuit

   2. the terminals, or some other point, to which the signal is applied

5. computing the data fed into a computer from a peripheral device

6. (modifier) of or relating to electronic, computer, or other input

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verb

1. (tr) to insert (data) into a computer

Etymology

Origin of input

First recorded in 1745–55; in- ¹ + put

Example Sentences

At the same time, higher input costs, labor expenses, and transportation spending have weighed on margins.

From Barron's

Their sensitivity to warming and sudden nutrient inputs could alter the balance of microbial communities as ocean conditions become less stable.

From Science Daily

Higher input costs could be a particular pain point in China, where growth momentum is more fragile.

From The Wall Street Journal

Amid slowing exports because of US tariffs, India has proposed raising limits on duty-free inputs for industries such as seafood, which are major export sectors.

From BBC

On the one hand, they cheered the clampdown on cheaper Asian imports but on the other were left wincing at the rising costs of their inputs.

From Barron's

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