datainput
nounUK /ˈdeɪtə ˈɪnpʊt/
US /ˈdeɪtə ˈɪnpʊt/
Information that goes into a computer so it can work with it.
The teacher typed the numbers as datainput for the class project.
SYNONYMS
OTHER MEANINGS
2. The act of putting information into a computer or system.
Datainput takes time when there are many forms to fill out.
3. A place or connection where information enters a device.
Plug the cable into the datainput on the back of the machine.
4. Facts or numbers collected for a study or experiment.
The scientists checked the datainput before making their chart.