Meaning & Definition
noun
The amount of something produced by a person, machine, or industry.
The factory's output has increased significantly this quarter.
The information produced by a computer or other electronic device.
The output from the software was displayed on the screen.
An expression of energy, power, or skill in a project.
The musician's output over the years has been truly remarkable.
verb
To produce or deliver something, especially in a specified quantity.
The machine can output 500 units per hour.
To generate or send data from a computer.
You can output the report as a PDF file.
Etymology
Derived from Latin 'ex' (out of) + 'putare' (to reckon, to consider)
Common Phrases and Expressions
output factor:
A variable that can influence the quantity produced.
output device:
A piece of equipment used to convey output from a computer.
net output:
The final amount of output after deductions.
output gap:
The difference between actual output and potential output.
Slang Meanings
Get output
We need to get output from this team quickly to meet the deadline.
Output money
He's outputting money like it’s going out of style.