input

[in-poot]

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.

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

/ 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

verb

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

Word History and Origins

Origin of input¹

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

Example Sentences

Just having a new main character, for example, requires input from writers, animators and character designers, to name just a few of the roles involved.

From BBC

When the nonprofit tried to input that an adult had moved into a bed, Salazar and Hoppmeyer said, the system rejected the person as ineligible and showed a nonexistent vacant bed.

From Los Angeles Times

Once named as the border czar, Homan said he would recuse himself from contracting, saying he would have no “involvement, discussion, input, or decision of any future government contracts.”

From Salon

A new courtyard had also been proposed as part of the plans as an outside space and the design had input from the Altnagelvin parents' group who support parents of children with lifelong medical conditions.

From BBC

A spokesperson for the House of Commons said assessments of individual MPs' security arrangements was "subject to a rigorous risk-based assessment, conducted by security professionals and with input from a range of professional authorities."

From BBC

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