preprogram

American

[pree-proh-gram, -gruhm] / priˈproʊ græm, -grəm /

verb (used with object)

preprogrammed, preprogramed, preprogramming, preprograming

to program in advance.

to preprogram a manufacturing process.

Etymology

Origin of preprogram

First recorded in 1960–65; pre- + program

Example Sentences

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The capacity to “learn,” he points out, was something that Bartlett and Louapre had to preprogram into their simulation.

From Scientific American • Apr. 6, 2023

The serendipity involved represents a key element of the art of traveling: not needing to control or preprogram your experience, letting things unfold organically and taking the chance to be delighted by the unexpected.

From Washington Post • Feb. 17, 2022

That’s the sort of dynamic response you can’t preprogram and all the better for it.

From The Verge • Aug. 17, 2021

Know where you’re going: If GPS is available to you, preprogram it and adjust seats, mirrors, climate controls and sound systems before putting the car in motion.

From Washington Times • Apr. 24, 2019

Engineers had to preprogram the ship’s computer to execute an incredibly complex series of maneuvers for each image.

From Textbooks • Oct. 13, 2016

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