output - Master This Word
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output Word Meanings
- the result or product of a process
- the quantity produced or delivered
- data generated by a computer or system
output Example Sentences
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output Phonetic & Pronunciation
UK
/ˈaʊtpʊt/
US
/ˈaʊtˌpʊt/
output Word Etymology
Output = out + put. Originating from Middle English, derived from Old French, influenced by Latin 'emittere' meaning 'to send out'. Imagining a factory where raw materials come in, are transformed, and emerge as finished products illustrates the concept of output as a transformative process.
Note 1: These definitions and etymologies are not standard dictionary definitions, but extended explanations provided to help with memorization and understanding of the actual application of words. Through this background information, we strive to make words more vivid and easier to understand, and help you remember their meanings in real life.
Note 2: LexiTalk designs the learning flow around the linguistics principle of “Comprehensible Input.” When learners encounter material that is slightly above their level but still understandable from context, the brain naturally absorbs the language. That’s why we keep every word inside authentic contexts, using examples and associations to help you understand it and use it flexibly.
Read the FAQ explanation of Comprehensible InputEnglish Brain Route
I place my hand on the keyboard and push a key, watching the screen wake. A cursor moves, I adjust my grip and keep my breath even as the numbers move. The output arrives as a stream of results, the product of what I did and what the system did in return. I feel the momentum settle, letting the pattern set in my mind for what comes next.
Real Context
Output is the result or product of a process, such as the finished goods a factory makes or the conclusions you reach after analyzing data. It can describe the quantity produced, like the weekly output of a factory, or the output delivered to customers. In computing, output means the data or signals generated by a system in response to input, such as a report, a display on a screen, or a printed file. People use the word across many fields: manufacturing, computing, economics, and everyday tasks. Understanding output helps distinguish what goes in from what comes out.
Usage Reminders
- Use output to refer to the result of a process, not to the input. Distinguish the quantity produced from the data produced by a system. In computing, think of output as the information the computer shows or prints. Be careful not to mix up "output" with "outcome" or with production. In plural, 'outputs' is common when listing multiple results.
Common Misconceptions
- Output is the same as input
- Output is only physical goods
- Output and outcome are always interchangeable
- Output always means production quantity
- Output is only about what a system prints or displays
Thinking Differences
Explain to an English speaker (meta, keep short)
Learning Tips
- 1. Practice with both production quantities and data outputs
- 2. Learn common collocations like 'output of' and 'data output'
- 3. Distinguish between output and outcome in context
- 4. Use 'outputs' when listing multiple results
- 5. Compare 'output' with 'production' to avoid confusion
- 6. Read real-world texts about manufacturing and computing
5-Step Learning Method - Learn English in English
Step 1: Meaning
What is the meaning of the word 'output'?
A.Input
B.Result
C.Process
D.Analysis
Step 2: Usage
In which of the following sentences is 'output' used correctly?
A.She input the data and received an output.
B.His output was carefully analyzed by the team.
C.The process requires input from multiple sources to generate an output.
D.The output of the experiment was collected for further study.
Step 3: Similar Words
Which word is a synonym for 'output'?
A.Input
B.Process
C.Outcome
D.Feedback
Step 4: Opposite Words
Which word is an antonym for 'output'?
A.Input
B.Result
C.Analysis
D.Response
Step 5: Mastery
How is the concept of 'output' applied in the technology industry?
A.Output is the data generated by a software program.
B.Output refers to the information entered into a computer system.
C.Output measures the efficiency of a computer processor.
D.Output enhances the input process in electronic devices.
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