Dictionary-enhanced word family
Word Forms of “Input”
Information or data you give to a computer or system to process. Also can mean a person's advice, ideas, or contribution to a decision.
Word Family of Input
Some English words keep the same spelling as a noun and a verb. Context tells you which form is being used.
How to Use Each Word Form in a Sentence
- The software requires specific input data to generate accurate results. B2
- We welcomed everyone's input on the new marketing strategy. B2
- The computer processes input from the keyboard and mouse. B2
Origin and Word Formation of Input
Compound of 'in-' (in) + 'put' (to place). Modern term originating in 1950s with computing and system theory. 'Put' derives from Old English 'putian'.
Frequently Asked Questions About Word Forms of Input
What are the word forms of “input”?
The confirmed forms are shown in the word family cards above. Missing parts of speech are hidden instead of filled with placeholder text.
What part of speech is “input”?
“input” is primarily a noun. Some forms above show how the same root works as other parts of speech.
Can “input” be both a noun and a verb?
Yes. Some words keep the same spelling across parts of speech; the surrounding sentence shows the function.
Where does “input” come from?
Compound of 'in-' (in) + 'put' (to place). Modern term originating in 1950s with computing and system theory. 'Put' derives from Old English 'putian'.