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

The company aims to establish a repeatable process that improves throughput while maintaining the performance standards required for aerospace and defense applications. —Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 22 June 2026

Greenstone has become a cornerstone asset for the company as operational improvements continue to increase throughput and mining rates. —Wondershark, Chicago Tribune, 19 June 2026

Token consumption grows faster than throughput and scales nonlinearly. —Anshul Gupta, Forbes.com, 18 June 2026

The initial 10- to 15-day clearing of the tanker backlog may create a visible spike in traffic, but a return to normal throughput could take longer if insurance premiums remain elevated, naval checks are slow or operators remain cautious. —Joseph Wilkins,emma Graham, CNBC, 18 June 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