What does INPUT mean?

Input

Part of Speech: Noun, Verb

Definitions:

1. A noun meaning something that is put into a system or process for storage, processing, or output.
2. A verb meaning to enter data or instructions into a computer or other electronic device.

Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈɪnpʊt/
• UK: /ˈɪnpʊt/

Origin and Usage:

The word "input" originated in the early 16th century from the combination of the verb "put" and the prefix "in-," meaning "into." It has been used in the context of computers and electronics since the mid-20th century.

Synonyms:

• Entry
• Insertion
• Submission
• Intake
• Feed

Related Words:

• Output
• Logic
• Error
• Bytes
• Bytes

Example Sentences:

1. The input of data into the system was slow.
2. She input the numbers into the spreadsheet.