input (B2)
noun, verb
Pronunciation: /ˈɪn.pʊt/
Definition
Information or material that is put into a machine or system, or that is given to someone to be used.
Examples
The system requires a lot of data input to function effectively.
We need to consider all possible inputs before making a decision.
The teacher asked for student input on the new curriculum.
How to Use input
- input into (prepositional phrase)
- To feed information or material into a system or process. — "We need to input the customer details into the database."
- input for (prepositional phrase)
- Information or material that is required for a particular purpose or process. — "The software is designed to handle a variety of input for different applications."
- input from (prepositional phrase)
- Information or material received from a source. — "The project manager gathered input from all team members."
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