Program

/ˈproʊɡræm/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A planned series of events, performances, or activities.

The festival featured a diverse program of music and dance performances.

A set of related measures or activities aimed at achieving specific goals.

The government launched a new environmental program to combat climate change.

A computer software designed to perform a specific task.

She installed a new program on her computer to help with graphic design.

verb

To arrange or prepare a schedule or plan for a series of events.

We need to program the conference to ensure everything runs smoothly.

To write instructions for a computer to follow.

He learned how to program in Python to automate repetitive tasks.

Late 19th century from French programme, from Latin programmata.

computer program

A collection of instructions that performs a particular task when executed by a computer.

program of study

A structured outline of educational courses and requirements.

community program

An organized initiative aimed at improving community services or outreach.

programmer

A person who writes computer programs.

programming

The process of writing computer programs.

To execute a plan or strategy.

Let's program this event to make it a success.

To set something in motion, especially regarding technology.

I need to program my new phone before I can use it.