noun

reprogramming

Reprogramming (noun) means the act of giving a system or device new instructions. Example: “The factory shut down briefly for reprogramming of its assembly robots.”

noun

The act of giving a system or device new instructions.

"The factory shut down briefly for reprogramming of its assembly robots."

In biology, the resetting of DNA markers during early development.

"Cellular reprogramming allows a mature cell to behave like a stem cell again."

How to use reprogramming

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe process of resetting or rewriting instructions, in machines or in biology.

Word forms

reprogrammings plural

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Frequently asked questions

What does “reprogramming” mean?

The word “reprogramming” means the act of giving a system or device new instructions. In plain terms, the process of resetting or rewriting instructions, in machines or in biology.

How do you use “reprogramming” in a sentence?

Here is “reprogramming” used in a sentence: “The factory shut down briefly for reprogramming of its assembly robots.”

What part of speech is “reprogramming”?

“Reprogramming” is a noun.

How many meanings does “reprogramming” have?

“Reprogramming” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the act of giving a system or device new instructions.