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programme

British  
/ ˈprəʊɡræm /

noun

  1. a written or printed list of the events, performers, etc, in a public performance

  2. a performance or series of performances, often presented at a scheduled time, esp on radio or television

  3. a specially arranged selection of things to be done

    what's the programme for this afternoon?

  4. a plan, schedule, or procedure

  5. a syllabus or curriculum

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verb

  1. to design or schedule (something) as a programme

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noun

  1. computing a variant spelling of program

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Etymology

Origin of programme

C17: from Late Latin programma, from Greek: written public notice, from pro- ² + graphein to write

Example Sentences

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In December, he filed a multi-billion dollar lawsuit in a Florida court accusing the BBC of defamation and of violating a trade practices law over the editing of a Panorama programme.

From BBC

The Ready to Learn funding also allowed for local stations to have in-person programming.

From Los Angeles Times

But the Bevan Foundation, and political parties, want the programme to include more families.

From BBC

In the past there has been a full programme of fixtures, and even this time Sunderland play Burnley on Monday evening.

From BBC

North Yorkshire Council launched the programme to provide sustainable and affordable food in 2024, and it has since grown to include five schools.

From BBC