input/output
|in-put-out-put|
B2
/ˈɪnˌpʊt ˈaʊtˌpʊt/
data transfer
Etymology
Etymology Information
'input' originates from the combination of 'in' and 'put', while 'output' comes from 'out' and 'put'.
Historical Evolution
'Input' and 'output' have been used in English since the 19th century, primarily in technical contexts.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'input' and 'output' referred to the act of putting in and taking out, respectively, but in modern usage, they are often associated with data processing.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/03/02 15:44