Program Definition
program
- noun
- a series of steps to be carried out or goals to be accomplished; "they drew up a six-step plan"; "they discussed plans for a new bond issue"
- a system of projects or services intended to meet a public need; "he proposed an elaborate program of public works"; "working mothers rely on the day care program"
- a radio or television show; "did you see his program last night?"
- a document stating the aims and principles of a political party; "their candidate simply ignored the party platform"; "they won the election even though they offered no positive program"
- an announcement of the events that will occur as part of a theatrical or sporting event; "you can't tell the players without a program"
- an integrated course of academic studies; "he was admitted to a new program at the university"
- (computer science) a sequence of instructions that a computer can interpret and execute; "the program required several hundred lines of code"
- a performance (or series of performances) at a public presentation; "the program lasted more than two hours"
- verb
- arrange a program of or for; "program the 80th birthday party"
- write a computer program
"Program" in song lyrics
See how program is used in real songs:
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"listenin to his program"
3rd Bass — Portrait of the Artist as a Hood -
"Man, do you really understand, do you know the program?"
3rd Eye — If it Ain't Rough it Ain't Right -
"I didn't give a damn, I swung with the program"
4 Deep — Ho
Words that rhyme with program
Usage tips for "program"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "program" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for program to find words that pair well.