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

“I said, ‘Look guys, you’re spending a small fortune on late night,’” recalled Allen, who estimated that the programming was costing the network more than $200 million.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

The decision, issued May 21, ordered a sharp increase in the level of financial payments that U.S. online streaming operators had to contribute toward Canadian programming.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026

This is particularly important for niche jobs like computer programming or even AI-related jobs, because companies often may overpay because they need the position filled as soon as possible.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 2, 2026

Scientists have uncovered a surprising connection between a baby's earliest biological programming, the gut microbiome, and later brain development.

From Science Daily • Jun. 2, 2026

But the robot’s programming would not allow her to be violent.

From "The Wild Robot" by Peter Brown

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