Programmable

/ˈproʊɡræməbəl/ adjective

Definition

capable of being programmed; able to be given instructions for automatic operation

Etymology

From program + -able suffix; program from Greek programma (public notice)

Kelly Says

The first programmable computer was actually a loom! The Jacquard loom from 1804 used punched cards to create complex patterns automatically.

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