1. A component of production; something that goes into the production of output
   "Labor and raw materials are important inputs in manufacturing"
    
2. Signal going into an electronic system
   "The microphone converts sound waves into an input signal for the amplifier";
   - input signal
    
3. Any stimulating information or event; acts to arouse action
   "The teacher provided visual input to keep students engaged";
   - stimulation, stimulus, stimulant
    
4. A statement that expresses a personal opinion, belief or adds information
   "we would appreciate input from our users on how we can improve our software";
   - remark, comment

1. (computing) enter (data or a program) into a computer
   "She input the customer information into the database"

Derived forms: inputting, input, inputs, inputted

Type of: component, constituent, element, enter, infix, information, insert, introduce, sign, signal, signaling [N. Amer], signalling [Brit, Cdn], statement

Encyclopedia: Input