ALL meanings of programs
pro·gram
P p - noun programs a plan of action to accomplish a specified end: a school lunch program. 1
- noun programs a plan or schedule of activities, procedures, etc., to be followed. 1
- noun programs a broadcasted television or radio production or similar Internet-based content produced for distribution. 1
- noun programs a list of items, pieces, performers, etc., in a musical, theatrical, or other entertainment. 1
- noun programs an entertainment with reference to its pieces or numbers: a program of American and French music. 1
- noun programs a planned, coordinated group of activities, procedures, etc., often for a specific purpose, or a facility offering such a series of activities: a drug rehabilitation program; a graduate program in linguistics. 1
- noun programs a prospectus or syllabus: a program of courses being offered. 1
- noun programs Also called computer program. Digital Technology. a precise sequence of instructions enabling a computer to perform a task; a piece of software. 1
- verb with object programs to schedule as part of a program. 1
- verb with object programs Digital Technology. to write code for (a computer program or application). 1
- verb with object programs to insert or encode specific operating instructions into (a machine or apparatus): We'll program the bells to ring at ten-minute intervals. 1
- verb with object programs to insert (instructions) into a machine or apparatus: An automatic release has been programmed into the lock as a safety feature. 1
- verb with object programs to cause to absorb or incorporate automatic responses, attitudes, or the like; condition: Our parents programmed us to respect our elders. 1
- verb with object programs to set, regulate, or modify so as to produce a specific response or reaction: Program your eating habits to eliminate sweets. 1
- verb without object programs to plan or write a program. 1
- verb without object programs Digital Technology. to write computer code. 1