Word forms: plural, 3rd person singular presenttense programmes, present participle programming, past tense, past participle programmedregional note: in AM, use program
1. countable noun
A programme of actions or events is a series of actions or events that are planned to be done.
The general argued that the nuclear programme should still continue.
The programme of sell-offs has been implemented by the new chief executive.
2. countable noun [oft noun NOUN]
A television or radio programme is something that is broadcast on television or radio.
...a series of TV programmes on global environment.
...local news programmes.
Synonyms: show, performance, production, broadcast More Synonyms of programme
3. countable noun
A theatre or concert programme is a small book or sheet of paper which gives information about the play or concert you are attending.
4. verb
When you programme a machine or system, you set its controls so that it will work in a particular way.
Parents can programme the machine not to turn on at certain times. [VERB noun to-infinitive]
[Also VERB noun]
5. verb [usually passive]
If a living creature is programmedto behave in a particular way, they are likely to behave in that way because of social or biological factors that they cannot control.
We are all genetically programmed to develop certain illnesses. [beVERB-ed to-infinitive]
[Also beVERB-ed]
More Synonyms of programme
programme in British English
or US program (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
verbWord forms: -grammes, -gramming, -grammedWord forms: US-grams, -graming or -gramed
6.
to design or schedule (something) as a programme
noun, verb
7. computing a variant spelling of program
Word origin
C17: from Late Latin programma, from Greek: written public notice, from pro-2 + graphein to write
Examples of 'programme' in a sentence
programme
The drug education programme is just about taking that first step.
Times, Sunday Times (2017)
He also supported her when the programme was broadcast and people began to be mean about her on social media.
Times, Sunday Times (2016)
The viewing figures cemented the 14th series of the programme as its most popular yet.
Times, Sunday Times (2016)
Some podcasts once were radio programmes; others go straight to the format.
Times, Sunday Times (2017)
Either way, programme clashes are a thing of the past.
The Sun (2016)
This was the birth of interactive TV and radio programmes.
The Sun (2016)
Should the programme have been broadcast in a Norfolk or Tottenham accent?
Times, Sunday Times (2017)
That investment programme is about to dwindle further.
Times, Sunday Times (2009)
We often are programmed to expect resistance from folks like him.
Christianity Today (2000)
Back for a new series comes the programme that always delivers.
Times, Sunday Times (2014)
It was the first programme broadcast on the channel.
The Sun (2008)
It was an odd way to programme a festival.
Times, Sunday Times (2012)
One rarely knows exactly why a theatre programmes a particular play at a particular moment.
Times, Sunday Times (2009)
There are some forms of experience that the brain is genetically programmed to expect.
Pressley, Michael & McCormick, Christine Advanced Educational Psychology For Educators, Researchers and Policymakers, (1995)
The workout programme is designed to improve muscle strength and tone around your middle.
Times, Sunday Times (2014)
Its openness and advanced welfare programmes are indeed often cited as a model.
Times, Sunday Times (2010)
He took part in both programmes as scheduled earlier this week.
Times, Sunday Times (2013)
The project has set about changing this via a series of programmes that have established a nationwide reach.
Times, Sunday Times (2006)
In the medical manuals they are presented as passive machines to be programmed with the conventional advice literature into efficient production.
Rowbotham, Sheila The Past is Before Us - feminism in action since the 1960s (1989)
The programme will be broadcast tomorrow.
Times, Sunday Times (2014)
Many have written to tell me how they are using the book and its programme both for themselves and for theirpatients.
Kowalski, Robert E The 8-Week Cholesterol Cure (1990)
Of course, the best programmes are likely to cover both aspects.
Times, Sunday Times (2008)
When on your own, listen to a radio programme or put on a cassette.
Lamplugh, Diana & Sterwin, Diana & Nottidge, Pamela Survive the Nine to Five - a woman's guide to working well (1989)
More science and technology programmes are planned for next September.
Times, Sunday Times (2008)
The machines are programmed to give step-by-step instructions so that they can be used by untrained people.
Times, Sunday Times (2011)
Was he fishing for information about Allied nuclear programmes?
Times, Sunday Times (2012)
There will be more programmes on foreign books, dramas and films.
Times, Sunday Times (2011)
If we get the plans and the programme, we can do that here.
Times, Sunday Times (2016)
A huge store opening programme is likely over the next six months.
The Sun (2010)
But contrast this festival with winter concert programmes throughout the country and the dearth of British music is noticeable.
Times, Sunday Times (2010)
My husband set up the navigation to get us home and programmed the radio, all without reference to the instruction manual.
Times, Sunday Times (2006)
In other languages
programme
British English: programme /ˈprəʊɡræm/ NOUN
A programme of actions or events is a series of actions or events that are planned to be done.
...a full programme of family activities.
American English: program of actions or events
Arabic: بَرْنَامِج computer
Brazilian Portuguese: programa
Chinese: 计划
Croatian: program
Czech: program sled událostí
Danish: program
Dutch: programma
European Spanish: programa
Finnish: ohjelma
French: programme logiciel
German: Programm
Greek: πρόγραμμα
Italian: programma
Japanese: プログラム
Korean: 프로그램
Norwegian: program
Polish: program rozkład
European Portuguese: programa
Romanian: program
Russian: программа
Latin American Spanish: programa
Swedish: program
Thai: กำหนดการ
Turkish: program
Ukrainian: програма
Vietnamese: chương trình
All related terms of 'programme'
program
A program is a set of instructions that a computer follows in order to perform a particular task .
crash programme
a short intensive programme to learn a skill , language, etc
dance programme
a schedule of appointments
programme-maker
someone who creates programmes for television and radio
programme music
music that is intended to depict or evoke a scene or idea
programme note
A programme note is an article written in a programme for a play or concert , which gives information about the performance or production .
programme notes
notes designed to act as guide to an audience listening to live (esp classical ) music. They will inform about the sequence of music played and may give some information about the music
quiz programme
a radio or television programme in which the general or specific knowledge of the players is tested by a series of questions
radio programme
something that is broadcast on radio
access programme
a television or radio programme made by the general public as distinguished from one made by professional broadcasters
exchange programme
an arrangement in which people from different countries visit each other's country, perhaps to strengthen links between them or to improve foreign language skills
exercise programme
a programme detailing a range of physical exercises and the amount of time each exercise should be performed, used esp in gymnasiums , where they are typically tailored to individuals' needs
fitness programme
a plan to help someone improve their health and physical condition
minority programme
a programme that appeals to a minority of the available audience
outreach programme
a programme designed to help and encourage disadvantaged members of the community
programme editor
someone responsible for editing , overseeing and selecting the content of radio or television programmes
programme planner
someone who creates plans or schedules in regards to their line of work or occupation
programme planning
the act of creating plans or schedules , esp in relation to your occupation
programme seller
someone who sells written or printed lists of the events, performers, etc, in a theatre performance
request programme
a programme on the radio where listeners can request certain songs or tracks
wildlife programme
(esp on television) a documentary whose subject is wild animals in their natural habitat or undomesticated fauna and flora generally
awareness programme
a programme designed to increase awareness of something
Community Programme
(in Britain ) a former government scheme to provide temporary work for people unemployed for over a year
detoxication programme
a programme of treatment for alcoholism or drug addiction
induction programme
a course intended to give new staff and recruits training in their work
programme of study
the prescribed syllabus that pupils must be taught at each key stage in the National Curriculum
resettlement programme
a scheme that helps refugees to be settled in another place
television programme
a programme broadcast on television
detoxification programme
a programme of treatment for alcoholism or drug addiction
peak programme meter
an instrument for assessing the maximum levels of an electrical sound signal
community care programme
help available to persons living in their own homes, rather than services provided in residential institutions
frequent-flyer programme
a plan or system under which frequent flyers earn rewards for being regular customers
electronic programme guide
an on-screen guide that enables viewers of digital television to select programmes using a handheld device
European Recovery Programme
a programme of US economic aid for the reconstruction of post-World War II Europe (1948–52)
Youth Opportunities Programme
→ the Youth Opportunities Programme
the Youth Opportunities Programme
a government funded programme which ran from 1978 until 1983 and which gave training and employment opportunities to young people
programme evaluation and review technique
a method of planning , controlling, and checking the times taken to finish important parts of complex operations , such as making aircraft, ships, or bridges
frequent shopper program
A frequent shopper program is one that rewards customers for purchases made on multiple visits , and builds up points entitling them to reduced prices and free items.