- a variation of program.
programme
Britishnoun
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a written or printed list of the events, performers, etc, in a public performance
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a performance or series of performances, often presented at a scheduled time, esp on radio or television
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a specially arranged selection of things to be done
what's the programme for this afternoon?
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a plan, schedule, or procedure
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a syllabus or curriculum
verb
noun
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
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Toyota also announced a one-trillion yen share buyback programme.
From Barron's ● Aug. 4, 2026
He undertook a de-radicalisation programme and now delivers counter-extremism sessions around the UK.
From BBC ● Aug. 4, 2026
The BBC previously said Livesey had asked to take a break from presenting his programme while the issues raised by the investigation were being examined.
From BBC ● Aug. 3, 2026
More than 12,000 hectares of forest and agricultural land have burned over the past week, according to analyses by the European Union's Copernicus Earth observation programme.
From Barron's ● Aug. 3, 2026
Frankie and Joseph made sure both of her eyes were closed before taking a programme and tiptoeing past her, through a set of beautiful gilded doors.
From "The Marvels" by Brian Selznick
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