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. Compare output ( def 4 ).
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)

, in·put·ted or in·put, in·put·ting.

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

For the model, a subset of these variables was carefully selected using a combination of data-driven methods and clinician input, gathered through a survey of expert pediatric neurosurgeons nationwide.

From Science Daily

For London this is probably now a bigger issue than sewage inputs from sewage treatment works.

From BBC

He’s reportedly tried to give input on many top staffing discussions.

From Salon

The results have implications for efforts to help children with hearing loss surmount initial language delays caused by a lack of auditory input and access to speech sounds before they receive cochlear implants.

From Science Daily

The study, recently published online in the journal Molecular Psychiatry, identified two types of RSC pathways, connected to different parts of the brain, each with its own pattern of inputs and functions.

From Science Daily

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