subprogram

/ˈsʌbprəɡræm/

Definitions

1. noun

A program or set of instructions that is part of a larger program or system.

“The company uses a combination of main programs and subprograms to manage their finances.”

2. noun

A smaller program or subroutine used by a larger program or system.

“The computer science student studied the different subprograms used in the operating system.”

Synonyms

  • component
  • module
  • subroutine

Antonyms

  • main program
  • primary program