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

More demanding data processing can take place on an external wearable hub. — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 25 Sep. 2026

What Actually Changes When agents handle execution, content generation, data processing, workflow execution and routine decision-making, the human role does not disappear. — Ali Alkhafaji, Forbes.com, 25 Sep. 2026

In any case, a violation is still a violation, so the company earned its fine and was given six months to ensure its data processing practices comply with the GDPR. — Alan Henry, PC Magazine, 25 Sep. 2026

The first is the new S11 chip, which features a secure exclave for microphone data processing on top of a faster CPU, GPU, and Neural Engine. — Victoria Song, The Verge, 17 Sep. 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