input

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input

The farmer adds organic fertilizer as an input to improve the soil.

Definition

  1. Noun:

    • A component of production; something that goes into the production of output: "Input" refers to any resource, material, or factor that is used in a process to create a product or result.
    • Any stimulating information or event; acts to arouse action: "Input" can also mean information, ideas, or feedback that is provided to influence a discussion, decision, or process.
    • A statement that expresses a personal opinion or belief or adds information: In conversation, an "input" is a comment or contribution someone makes.
    • Signal going into an electronic system: In electronics and computing, "input" is data or a signal that is entered into a system or device for processing.

  2. Verb:

    • To enter (data or a program) into a computer: The action of putting information or instructions into a computer or electronic system.
Examples of Usage

  • Noun:

    • Labor and raw materials are essential inputs for manufacturing. (Labor and raw materials are essential components for production.)
    • We need more input from the marketing team before finalizing the plan. (We need more information or feedback from the marketing team.)
    • Thank you for your valuable input during the meeting. (Thank you for your useful comment during the meeting.)
    • Check the audio input on the recording device. (Check the signal entering the recording device.)

  • Verb:

    • Please input your password to log in. (Please enter your password to log in.)
    • The data was inputted into the spreadsheet manually. (The data was entered into the spreadsheet manually.)
Advanced Usage

  • "To have input into something": to have the opportunity to contribute to or influence a decision or process.

    • Employees should have input into workplace policies. (Employees should have a chance to contribute to workplace policies.)

  • "Input/output (I/O)": a common term in computing referring to the communication between a computer and the outside world.

    • The program manages the input/output of data from the sensor. (The program manages the entering and exiting of data from the sensor.)
Variants and Related Words

  • Inputted/Input (v, past tense): Both "input" and "inputted" are accepted as past tense forms of the verb.

    • She input/inputted the coordinates yesterday.

  • Input device (n): a hardware component used to provide data to a computer (e.g., keyboard, mouse).

    • A scanner is an input device.
Synonyms
  • Noun: Contribution, feedback, data, resource, factor.
  • Verb: Enter, key in, insert, feed.
Related Phrasal Verbs

(Note: "Input" is not commonly used in phrasal verb constructions. Its usage is typically direct as a verb or noun.)

Related Idioms

(Note: There are no common idioms specifically centered on the word "input.")

input

The farmer adds organic fertilizer as an input to improve the soil.

Noun
  1. a component of production; something that goes into the production of output
  2. any stimulating information or event; acts to arouse action
  3. a statement that expresses a personal opinion or belief or adds information
    • from time to time she contributed a personal comment on his account
  4. signal going into an electronic system
Verb
  1. enter (data or a program) into a computer

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