throughput

noun

through·​put ˈthrü-ˌpu̇t 

: 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

Recent Examples on the Web

TeraWave aims to split its fleet into 5,280 low-orbit units and 128 high-capacity backbone satellites in medium Earth orbit, enabling both global coverage and massive data throughput. —Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 22 Jan. 2026

Thunderbolt 5 Compatible The enclosure is aimed at demanding applications like 8K and 4K video editing, high-resolution photography, plus large-scale data handling where sustained throughput and low latency are vital. —Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 21 Jan. 2026

As that post notes, TeraWave is targeting a customer base of big businesses and government agencies — organizations that want or need very high-throughput communications services. —Mike Wall, Space.com, 21 Jan. 2026

Plant operators can make the call to boost throughput without compromising safety or quality—unlocking unprecedented levels of productivity. —Vimal Kapur, Time, 19 Jan. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1884, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for throughput

• afoot
• barefoot
• bigfoot
• blackfoot
• caput
• clubfoot
• cocksfoot
• crowfoot
• forefoot
• input
• output
• rajput