Meaning of the word "fed into" in English

What does "fed into" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

fed into

US /fɛd ˈɪntuː/
UK /fɛd ˈɪntuː/

Phrasal Verb

1.

to supply something to a person, group, or machine

Example:
The data was fed into the computer for analysis.
New information is constantly being fed into the system.
2.

to contribute to or be a factor in the development of something

Example:
His early experiences fed into his later artistic work.
The research findings will feed into the new policy recommendations.