Definition

The amount of something that is produced or created, especially in a specific time period or by a particular process.

Example

The factory's output increased significantly after the new machines were installed.

Conversation

Have you seen the output from the project we worked on?

Yes, I was really impressed with how it turned out!

I think our combined efforts really improved the final output.

Absolutely! It feels great to see our hard work pay off.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To create or produce something, especially in a specific amount or during a certain period.

Example

The factory will output a thousand units of the product each day.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you seen how much output the factory has been producing lately?

Yeah, it's impressive! They must have improved their process.

I heard they optimized their machines to increase output.

Root Explanation

Output → It is formed from "out-" (meaning out or away) and "put" (from Old English "puttan", meaning to place or set). The word "output" refers to something that is placed or produced out of a system or process.

Memory Tip

Think of something being 'placed out' ('out-') from a process — that's what output means.

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