programme
UK: /ˈprəʊɡræm/ | US: /ˈproʊɡræm/
n. a planned series of events or activities
n. a set of instructions for a computer to perform a task
vt. to design or schedule a plan or system
programme = pro<before> + gram<write> + me<noun suffix>
- pro (from Greek pro, meaning "before" or "forward")
- gram (from Greek gramma, meaning "something written" or "letter")
- me (a suffix forming nouns, often indicating a result or product)
Etymology Origin:
The word "programme" traces back to Greek roots, combining pro (forward) and gramma (writing). Originally, it referred to a written public notice or agenda. Over time, it evolved to denote a planned sequence of events (e.g., a theatre programme) and later adapted to computing, where it signifies coded instructions. The spelling "programme" is chiefly British, while "program" is more common in American English.
The theatre programme listed all the actors and scenes.
She enrolled in a fitness programme to improve her health.
He learned to programme in Python during his internship.
The conference programme includes workshops and keynote speeches.
The software update requires reprogramming the device.