processed
adjectiveUK /ˈprəʊ.sest/
US /ˈprɑː.sest/
Changed in some way by people or machines before you use it.
She bought processed cheese slices for the sandwiches.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. Handled or dealt with according to a set of steps.
The processed forms were sent to the office.
3. (of food) Made with added chemicals or artificial things.
He tries to eat less processed food.
4. (of data) Put into a computer and organized by it.
The processed data showed a clear pattern.