programming

noun

(computing) The act of writing a computer program.

The software that controls a machine, or the logic expressed in such software; operating instructions.

(broadcasting) The designing, scheduling or planning of a radio or television program/programme.

The design and scheduling of a performance such as ballet.

(psychology) A conditioned response.

Brain-washing.

Roots

propro- · Latin · forth, forward gramma-gram · Greek · writing, letter

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