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

Phil, and Meghan Umber, chief programming officer and president of the Hollywood Bowl.

From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026

While the broad move toward cord cutting and a la carte programming has put significant pressure on pay-TV providers, it has also created a plethora of unforeseen problems for streaming services.

From MarketWatch • May 28, 2026

The news leg of the award series, presented by the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences, honours the best in US news and documentary programming over the past 12 months.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

The storied outlet is in the throes of a major transformation under Weiss that has included tense moments between its news staff and top executives, programming changes and high-profile departures.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026

My mother had built it, piece by piece, a couple of years ago when she was getting some new level of certification in computer programming.

From "A Very Large Expanse of Sea" by Tahereh Mafi

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