Definition

A material that is supplied to a machine for processing.

Example

The factory uses an infeed of raw materials to keep the production line running smoothly.

Conversation

Have you seen how the new machine works with the infeed?

Yeah, it's impressive how smoothly it processes everything.

I wonder if it can handle larger infeed materials too.

I think it can; they designed it for maximum efficiency.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Infeed is formed from "in-" (meaning into) and "feed" (from Old English "fēdan", meaning to provide food or nourishment). The word "infeed" means to provide food or material into a system or process.

Memory Tip

Think of putting something 'into' ('in-') a system to 'nourish' it ('feed'). That's how 'infeed' means to supply something into a process.

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