Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

program

noun / verb
/ˈproʊɡräm/
Definition
A set of instructions that tells a computer what to do.
Examples
  • She designed a new computer program to assist with data analysis.
  • The school’s annual program includes sports, arts, and academics.
  • They will program the robot to perform specific tasks.
Meaning
The term program can refer to software applications, planned series of events, or a schedule of activities.
Synonyms
  • software
  • application
  • scheme
  • plan