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feedback
noun feed·back \ˈfēd-ˌbak\
: helpful information or criticism that is given to someone to say what can be done to improve a performance, product, etc.
: something (such as information or electricity) that is returned to a machine, system, or process
: an annoying and unwanted sound caused by signals being returned to an electronic sound system
Full Definition of FEEDBACK
1
: the return to the input of a part of the output of a machine, system, or process (as for producing changes in an electronic circuit that improve performance or in an automatic control device that provide self-corrective action)
2
a : the partial reversion of the effects of a process to its source or to a preceding stage b : the transmission of evaluative or corrective information about an action, event, or process to the original or controlling source; also : the information so transmitted
3
: a rumbling, whining, or whistling sound resulting from an amplified or broadcast signal (as music or speech) that has been returned as input and retransmitted
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First Known Use of FEEDBACK
1919
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FEEDBACK Defined for Kids
feedback
noun feed·back \ˈfēd-ˌbak\
Definition of FEEDBACK for Kids
: helpful information or criticism given to someone to indicate what can be done to improve something
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feedback
noun feed·back \ˈfēd-ˌbak\
Medical Definition of FEEDBACK
1
: the return to the input of part of the output of a machine, system, or process (as for producing changes in an electronic circuit that improve performance or in an automatic control device that provide self-corrective action)
2
a : the partial reversion of the effects of a process to its source or to a preceding stage b : the return to a point of origin of evaluative or corrective information about an action or process <patient feedback was solicited>; also : the information so transmitted
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