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High-level programing language for mathematical and scientific purposes
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fortran
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Fortran (formerly FORTRAN , derived from "Formula Translation") is a general-purpose, imperative programming language that is especially suited to numeric computation and scientific computing . Originally developed by IBM in the 1950s for scientific and ...
The Collaborative International Dictionary
Word definitions in The Collaborative International Dictionary
FORTRAN \FORTRAN\ n. (Computers) [Formula Translation.] a higher programming language with an instruction set designed for ease of expression of mathematical functions, much used in programming of scientific and mathematical problems.
Douglas Harper's Etymology Dictionary
Word definitions in Douglas Harper's Etymology Dictionary
computer programming language, 1956, from combination of elements from formula + translation .
Usage examples of fortran.
Ours was a stripped down system written in straight, efficient machine language, without benefit of Fortran.