data processing

noun

: the converting of raw data to machine-readable form and its subsequent processing (such as storing, updating, rearranging, or printing out) by a computer

data processor noun

Examples of data processing in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Optical networking promises to allow data processing to move beyond the limitations of traditional copper wire connections, offering a method that is faster, more energy efficient, and that allows for data transmission over further distances. — Paxton Honerkamp, CNBC, 5 Aug. 2026

Plus, games could technically be played with the data processing. — Steven Carlini, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026

Its architecture, interaction model, model scheduling, data processing, agent capabilities, and overall user experience are developed with AI as the foundation rather than as an add-on. — New Atlas, 23 July 2026

The development arrives as countries and technology companies compete to advance photonic technologies that could support future AI computing systems, where faster and more efficient data processing solutions are becoming increasingly important. — Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 19 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1954, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for data processing

• multiprocessing
• preprocessing
• reprocessing

Kids Definition

data processing

noun

: the action or process of putting data into a computer and having the computer use it to produce a desired result