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programming language

n. countable
B1 Intermediate
Definition

n. a set of rules and words that people use to write instructions for a computer. It allows humans to tell a machine exactly what to do using specific code.

n. a formal system of rules and syntax used to give instructions to a computer. These systems allow for the creation of software through the translation of human-readable logic into machine-executable code.


SIMPLE

Python is a very popular programming language for beginners.

CONTEXTUAL

The developer chose a fast programming language to ensure the mobile app would run smoothly on older phones.

COMPLEX

Proficiency in at least one low-level programming language is often required for engineers working on hardware drivers where memory management and execution speed are critical factors.

Usage

Commonly paired with 'in' when describing the medium of a task (e.g., 'written in a programming language').

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