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Processing: Sequence of steps whereby a latent photographic image is converted into a visible, permanent image.

Wet Processing: Is processing by the application of chemicals in fluid form. The traditional method of photographic processing.

Central Auditory Processing Disorder: A condition in which an individual has difficulty comprehending and integrating information that is heard, although hearing is normal. Central auditory processing disorder occurs when the ea . . . View Full Definition

Post-Trade Processing: Each securities transaction goes through post-trade processing during which the details of the trade are compared, cleared, and settled. This involves matching the details of the buy order w . . . View Full Definition

Gross Processing Margin (GPM): This refers to the difference between the cost of a commodity and the combined sales income of the finished products that result from processing the commodity. Various industries have formul . . . View Full Definition

Digital Signal Processing (DSP): A technology for signal processing that combines algorithms and fast number-crunching digital hardware, and is capable of high-performance and flexibility.

Viscous Processing: Is a process using chemicals carried in sticky semifluid substances instead of normal liquids. Used for instant picture processing.

Processing Fee: A fee charged by lenders or brokers to prepare a complete loan application file. A processing fee may be charged to the borrower and shown on the Settlement Statement (HUD-1).

Push Processing: Increasing the development time of a film to increase its effective speed. See pushing.

Natural Language Processing: Algorithms which attempt to understand the true intent of a search query rather than just matching results to keywords.