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program
/ˈpɹoʊˌɡɹæm/
In American English, "program" is the standard spelling for all meanings. In British English, "programme" is typically used for a schedule of events or a television show, while "program" is used specifically for computer code.
💬Casual Conversation
Did you finish that automation program? David's breathing down my neck.
Almost. Just need to iron out a few bugs before I send it over.
Meanings
A planned series of future events, items, or performances.
"The concert program listed five different composers."
A set of instructions that a computer follows to perform a specific task.
"She wrote a custom program to automate her data entry."
To provide a computer or other machine with coded instructions for the execution of a particular task.
"The engineer had to program the robot to move its arm precisely."
To condition someone to behave in a particular way.
"Society often programs individuals to conform to certain expectations."
Examples
The program starts at eight, so don't be late!
I can't believe this program keeps crashing my entire PC!
Wait, who actually wrote the program for this event?
Listen, you can't just program people like they are robots!
I need to program the thermostat before we leave.
Seriously, is this program even approved by the board?
The program includes a brief intermission for drinks.
Just program the chip and we can finally go home!