1. the act or process of programming something in advance, before it is used or activated
Usage: commonly used in computing and technology contexts

1. to program or set up instructions or settings in advance, before use or operation
Usage: third-person singular present: preprograms; past tense: preprogrammed; present participle: preprogramming

Examples

• The preprogramming of the robot allowed it to perform tasks automatically.
• Engineers are preprogramming the spacecraft's navigation system before launch.
• The thermostat's preprogramming feature lets you set temperatures for different times of day.
• She spent hours preprogramming the washing machine with custom cycles.
• The software includes preprogramming options for common user preferences.
• By preprogramming the alarm, you can ensure it goes off at the right time.
• The device's preprogramming reduces the need for manual adjustments.