programming

American  

[proh-gram-ing, -gruh-ming] / ˈproʊ græm ɪŋ, -grə mɪŋ /

Or programing

noun

1. the act or process of planning or writing a program.

2. Radio and Television.

   1. the selection and scheduling of programs for transmission, as for a television station or network, or an internet-based digital distributor.

   2. the programs scheduled.

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Etymology

Origin of programming

First recorded in 1885–90; program + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

Given scant home-based talent and difficulty recruiting the best talent to Washington, the programming at the Kennedy Center hasn’t been competitive with what large-city performing arts institutions offer.

From The Wall Street Journal

Meanwhile, consumers have never had more programming choices.

From The Wall Street Journal

But behind the scenes, it actually reflected the reality of live television, where preparation meets unpredictability — yet where human lives remain more important than programming.

From Salon

We can all go to all the regular theaters and see all the blockbusters, but L.A. has fantastic theaters that are doing incredible programming,

From Los Angeles Times

Season 1 of “Jokes with JoySauce” is currently airing as part of the launching programming for the channel.

From Los Angeles Times

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