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prog

n. countable
C1 Advanced prog Archaic Dialect Informal Slang

n. a short way to say progressive, especially when talking about politics or music. It describes people or styles that want to move forward and try new, modern ideas.

n. a shortened form of progressive, referring to a person with left-leaning political views or to a genre of music, such as rock or house, characterized by complex structures and experimentation.


SIMPLE

He is a well-known prog who supports environmental reform.

CONTEXTUAL

The festival lineup features several prog bands known for their twenty-minute songs and complex instrumental solos.

COMPLEX

While the candidate identifies as a prog, her voting record suggests a more centrist approach to fiscal policy than her rhetoric would imply.

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