GPT

American  

abbreviation

Computers, Digital Technology.

1. generative pre-trained transformer: a type of machine learning algorithm that uses deep learning and a large database of training text in order to generate new text in response to a user's prompt.

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Etymology

Origin of GPT

First recorded in 2015–20

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GPT

A company spokeswoman said ChatGPT’s current model, GPT 5.6, has “stronger safety performance.”

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 16, 2026

“The GPT 5.6 series tends to ground itself in real data when doing knowledge work. It’s better at citing where that data came from. It’s a little more reliable on the hallucination front,” he said.

From MarketWatch ● Jul. 17, 2026

The company has since deployed its salespeople to sell its Codex tool, which is powered by its GPT model, to startups across Silicon Valley, oftentimes offering volume discounts and other sweeteners to win new customers.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 7, 2026

The rise of large language models such as GPT and Gemini has changed that.

From Science Daily ● May 24, 2026

"Why does GPT 5.5 have a restraining order against 'Raccoons,' 'Goblins,' and 'Pigeons'?"

From BBC ● Apr. 30, 2026