computer programme
noun
Simple meaning
A sequence of instructions that a computer can interpret and execute.
Pronunciation
Say it like this:
kuhmpyooterprohgramSay the bold part a little louder.
IPA pronunciation (US)
kəmpˈjutɚpˈɹoʊɡɹæm
This word is pronounced essentially the same in American and British English, so one transcription covers both.
IPA (International Phonetic Alphabet) is a standard way of writing speech sounds.
Definition
Everyday modern meanings first, grouped by part of speech.
noun
British spelling
Dated form of computer program.
Word Aura™
How this word commonly comes across.
Aura for this meaning
This meaning: (British spelling) Dated form of computer program.
Used this way, computer programme is a word tied to one variety of English that usually carries little praise or criticism of its own. This is a computing use: it carries a fixed technical meaning inside software and systems work.
- Emotional tone
- Neutral
- Formality
- Specialist/technical
- Intensity
- Not strongly marked
- How common
- Regional
- Connotation
- Clinical and technical
- Usage feel
- Technical and specialized
Where it naturally appears
- Technology
- Technical/specialist writing
- Business/professional
Usage note
Mainly used in British English, so it may read as unusual elsewhere.
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