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programming

|pro/gram/ming|

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/ˈproʊɡræmɪŋ/

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/ˈprəʊɡræmɪŋ/

(program)

planned sequence

Base FormPlural3rd Person Sing.PastPast ParticiplePresent Participle
programprogramsprogramsprogrammedprogrammedprogramming
Etymology
Etymology Information

'programming' originates from the word 'program,' which comes from the Greek word 'programma,' meaning 'a written public notice.'

Historical Evolution

'programma' transformed into the Latin word 'programma,' and eventually became the modern English word 'program' through Old French.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'a written public notice,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'writing computer programs.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

the process of writing computer programs.

She is studying programming to become a software developer.

Synonyms

Noun 2

the act of planning or scheduling a series of events or activities.

The programming for the festival includes music, dance, and art exhibitions.

Synonyms

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