Input (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

Admin
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.
    • data to be entered into a computer for processing.
    • 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. 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), in·put·ted or in·put, in·put·ting.
  1. to enter (data) into a computer for processing.
  2. to contribute (ideas, information, or suggestions) to a project, discussion, etc.
noun
  1. the act of putting in
  2. that which is put in
  3. a resource required for industrial production, such as capital goods, labour services, raw materials, etc
  4. electronics
    • the signal or current fed into a component or circuit
    • the terminals, or some other point, to which the signal is applied
  5. the data fed into a computer from a peripheral device
  6. of or relating to electronic, computer, or other input
verb -puts, -putting, -put or -putted
  1. to insert (data) into a computer
Input (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

More Definitions