FORTRAN

noun

FOR·TRAN ˈfȯr-ˌtran

variants or Fortran

: a computer programming language that resembles algebra in its notation and is widely used for scientific applications

Word History

Etymology

formula translation

First Known Use

1954, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of FORTRAN was in 1954

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“FORTRAN.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/FORTRAN. Accessed 29 Mar. 2023.

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FORTRAN

noun

FOR·TRAN

variants or Fortran

ˈfȯ(ə)r-ˌtran

: a language for programming a computer especially to solve mathematical, scientific, and engineering problems

Etymology

formula translation

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