input

in-put · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    What is put in or contributed, especially information, ideas, or opinions.

  2. 2.

    To enter data or information into a computer or system.

  3. 3.

    (computing) Data or signals entered into a computer or electronic device.

  4. 4.

    The action or process of putting something in; energy or resources supplied.

Forms

plural: inputs

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    input device — a piece of equipment used to enter data (keyboard, mouse)
  • •
    have input into — to contribute to a decision or project

Related words

Antonyms: outcome, output, result
See also: data, enter, output
Synonyms: contribution, data, entry

Etymology

Compound of in + put, with the noun use developing in the mid-20th century alongside computing technology. The verb use followed shortly after.