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input
[ in-poot ]
noun
- something that is put in.
- the act or process of putting in.
- the power or energy supplied to a machine.
- the current or voltage applied to an electric or electronic circuit or device. Compare output ( def 4 ).
- Computers.
- data to be entered into a computer for processing.
- the process of introducing data into the internal storage of a computer.
- contribution of information, ideas, opinions, or the like:
Before making a decision we need your input.
- the available data for solving a technical problem.
- Scot. a monetary contribution, as to charity.
adjective
- of or relating to data or equipment used for input:
The goal is to reduce input costs.
verb (used with object)
- Computers. to enter (data) into a computer for processing.
- to contribute (ideas, information, or suggestions) to a project, discussion, etc.
input
/ 藞瑟苍藢辫蕣迟 /
noun
- the act of putting in
- that which is put in
- often plural a resource required for industrial production, such as capital goods, labour services, raw materials, etc
- electronics
- the signal or current fed into a component or circuit
- the terminals, or some other point, to which the signal is applied
- computing the data fed into a computer from a peripheral device
- modifier of or relating to electronic, computer, or other input
verb
- tr to insert (data) into a computer
Example Sentences
One building block of this approach is the famous concept of a black box, where you know the inputs and outputs, but not what鈥檚 going on inside.
She added the government wanted the public's input in shaping the new model to create "a fairer, more sustainable system".
There are brain cells that represent entire concepts, some with an affinity for visual information and others for olfactory input.
鈥淚t also leaves thousands of Southern California importers facing inputs that potentially are two-and-a-half times more expensive, and these cost increases would get passed down to consumers across the region.鈥
Cardiff council said young people had "been given a voice and had valuable input in developing this tool which provides a way for them to communicate using an approach that they feel comfortable with".
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