input

Pluralinputs

Formsinputs, inputting, input

1. 1
   nouncountable or uncountable

   Information or data that you put into a machine or process to affect what it produces.

   Like putting coins into a machine to get the right snack out.

   The computer needs clear input to give the right answer.

   Bad input can make even a good program fail.

   Similardata, information (entry)

   Oppositeoutput

2. 2
   noununcountable

   Ideas, advice, or help that you give to a shared task or decision.

   Like everyone adding a piece to build one big puzzle.

   We need your input before we finish the plan.

   Her input helped the team make a better choice.

   Similarcontribution, feedback, advice, involvement, suggestions

3. 3
   nouncountable or uncountable

   The amount of something that is put into a process or activity.

   Like the flour and water you put in before you get bread.

   The farm's input of fertilizer was higher this year.

   A small input of effort can lead to big results.

   Similarconsumption, investment

   Oppositeoutput

4. 4
   verbtransitive

   To type or enter data into a computer or device.

   Like writing your answers onto a form.

   Please input your password to log in.

   She inputs the numbers into the spreadsheet each morning.

   Similarenter, type, key, record, insert

   Oppositeoutput

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5. 5
   noununcountable

   The act of putting something into a place, machine, or process.

   Like slowly pouring water into a bucket until it fills.

   The input of fresh water helped clean the tank.

   Doctors monitored the input of fluids during surgery.

   Similarinfusion, injection, supply, introduction

   Oppositeoutput

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6. 6
   nouncountable

   A socket where you plug in a cable to send a signal into a device.

   Like the hole where you plug a charger into a phone.

   Plug the microphone into the input on the back of the amplifier.

   This speaker has only one input for audio.

   Similarjack, socket, port, connector

   Oppositeoutput

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7. 7
   verbtransitive

   To take in and store data that someone enters.

   Like a vending machine taking in the coins you drop.

   The machine inputs each card as you swipe it.

   Older systems could not input data fast enough.

   Similarread, capture, receive, accept

   Oppositeoutput

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8. 8
   verbintransitive

   To put in or add to something, such as work or ideas.

   Like adding your own drop to a shared bucket.

   Feel free to input at any point in the discussion.

   He always inputs when the group plans an event.

   Similarcontribute, help, participate

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