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

noun

1. computing a variant spelling of program

Etymology

Origin of programme

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

Explanation

Programme is the British spelling of program, which is a plan or system. You are constantly reminding the daydreaming Betty to get with the programme. Programme can mean plan, curriculum, or an episode of a larger plan. Your school has a programme for your education. In college your major will determine which programme you follow. The TV show you especially like is your favorite programme. Programme is also a verb. You programme your alarm clock to wake you at 6, or programme a series of musicians to play at the local pub. If you think society brainwashes you with advertising, then you feel programmed.

Example Sentences

Farmer Dave Bell, chair of the Voluntary Initiative for the use of Plant Protection, told BBC Radio 4's Today programme that he relies on herbicides like glyphosate.

From BBC • May 6, 2026

Despite the gory content, Alastair - who has been back at work for five-and-half months - admits he will probably watch his surgery again when the programme airs.

From BBC • May 6, 2026

Vodafone says it has reviewed and made improvements to the franchise programme over the past two years and has tried to resolve the legal claim, including by offering a settlement, which it says was rejected.

From BBC • May 5, 2026

Operation Bridger is a national police programme that seeks to enhance the security of MPs.

From BBC • May 5, 2026

It was an old theatre programme, creased and torn around the edges.

From "The Marvels" by Brian Selznick