ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Programmer

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈpɹəʊɡɹæmə/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Programmer is a noun meaning (computing) One who writes computer programs.

Meaning

(computing) One who writes computer programs.

More Meanings

  1. (radio, television) One who decides which programs will be shown on a television station, or which songs will be played on a radio station.
  2. A device that installs or controls a software program in some other machine.
  3. (now rare) A short film feature as part of a longer film program.

Example Sentences

The handful of never-ending summer classics annually activated by rock-radio programmers.
So if there is a real shortage of training material and opportunities for radio programmers, then let's write some.
The EPROM programmer burns the data into the EPROM chip. When programming is completed, remove the EPROM chip and plug it into the circuit […]
As a programmer, the Chan series is linked to the B picture, known for its low production value and overt, disruptive, unpolished, even lurid narratives.

Word Forms

Synonyms for programmer

Depending on context, synonyms include coder.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include programming, scheduler, developer, schedule, timer, writer.

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