Word
processing
Phoneticspro·cess·ing, stress on the first syllable
/ˈpɹɑsɛsɪŋ/
Definitions
01computing and data
B2 · Upper Intermediate Uncountable noun Computing
n. the way a computer handles, changes, or saves information.
n. the automated manipulation of data by a computer, including retrieval, transformation, and storage.
日本語:処理※
“The new laptop has a much faster speed for video processing.”
“Cloud-based processing allows the company to analyse massive datasets without investing in expensive local hardware.”
Usage
Often used in the compound 'data processing'.
Synonyms
02administrative tasks
B2 · Upper Intermediate Uncountable noun
n. the act of dealing with official documents or requests in a specific order.
n. the systematic handling of applications, documents, or transactions through a series of administrative stages.
日本語:処理※
“The processing of your visa application will take about two weeks.”
“The bank streamlined its loan processing to ensure that small business owners received a decision within forty-eight hours.”
Usage
Commonly used regarding visas, loans, or applications.
Synonyms
03manufacturing or food
B2 · Upper Intermediate Uncountable noun Science
n. the treatment of raw materials or food to change them or make them last longer.
n. the industrial treatment of raw materials or food products to alter their state or preserve them.
日本語:加工※
“Heavy processing can remove many of the natural vitamins from food.”
“The facility specialises in the chemical processing of raw timber into high-quality paper pulp for the publishing industry.”
Usage
Often appears in the phrase 'food processing'.
Synonyms
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “processing” in context.
Verb
01. require processing
“These raw materials require processing before they can be used in the manufacturing line.”
verb + noun
Noun
02. data processing
“Modern computers have revolutionized data processing, allowing for instant analysis of large datasets.”
noun + noun
03. food processing
“The food processing industry must adhere to strict hygiene standards to ensure consumer safety.”
noun + noun
04. information processing
“Cognitive psychology studies how the human brain handles information processing during learning.”
noun + noun
05. language processing
“Natural language processing is a key component in the development of artificial intelligence.”
noun + noun
06. processing system
“The bank is upgrading its central processing system to handle more transactions per second.”
noun + noun
07. top-down processing
“Top-down processing occurs when our prior knowledge influences how we perceive new stimuli.”
adj + noun
08. visual processing
“The patient underwent tests to determine if the brain injury had affected their visual processing.”
adj + noun
09. word processing
“Most office jobs require a high level of proficiency in word processing software.”
noun + noun
10. processing top-down
Real-World Examples
“Brain scans show that happy human faces activate regions in dogs linked to higher-level processing and reward, suggesting that smiles carry special emotional significance for them.” “Teens who start using cannabis may experience slower growth in memory, attention, language, and processing speed.” Etymology
By surface analysis, process + -ing.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Word family
NOUN
Domain
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.C1 AdvancedIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.7.0–8.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 5.0–5.595–113TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.945–990
- Frequency
- Common
- Level
- C1 · AdvancedOxford
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