Processed Meaning in English
word · lemma: process
释义
Treated or prepared through a series of mechanical or chemical steps, or having been dealt with officially through a system.
用法与细微差别
In food context, "processed" has a negative connotation — implies less healthy ("processed food", "processed cheese"). In business/admin, it's neutral ("your application has been processed"). Also used in tech ("processed data"). Opposite of natural/raw in food context.
例句
Your payment has been processed successfully.
basic
The data is processed by the computer in seconds.
basic
I'm still waiting for my visa application to be processed.
natural
Heavily processed meats have been linked to health problems.
natural
It took me a while to fully process what had just happened.
natural
Try to eat less processed food and more fresh vegetables.
basic