throughput

noun

through·​put ˈthrü-ˌpu̇t How to pronounce throughput (audio)
: the amount of something (such as material, data, etc.) that passes through something (such as a machine or system)
the throughput of a computer
compare input, output

Examples of throughput in a Sentence

The network can handle large throughputs. finding ways to increase throughput
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All things being equal, wider channels allow for faster throughput with less interference. Iyaz Akhtar, PC Magazine, 13 May 2025 Schneider Electric’s very own smart factory does live up to its name in terms of throughput, process efficiencies and a lower carbon footprint. Gaurav Sharma, Forbes.com, 13 May 2025 So, Starlink's laser connection with the Dragon spacecraft offers roughly 200 to 2,000 times the throughput of the Internet connection available on the ISS. ArsTechnica, 22 Apr. 2025 For example, one of Niccol’s main goals is to unlock same store sales by improving throughput and getting each cup of coffee to customers in four minutes or less. Jeff Marks, CNBC, 22 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for throughput

Word History

First Known Use

1884, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of throughput was in 1884

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“Throughput.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/throughput. Accessed 18 May. 2025.

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