Algol
noun
It is a programming language used mostly in computing.
The programmer used ALGOL to write the complex algorithm.

Often appears as...
- algol programming
- algol programming language
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Technical
noun
It is the name of a bright star in the constellation Perseus.
Algol, also known as the Demon Star, can be seen with the naked eye.

Often appears as...
- algol star
- demon star
noun
It is a programming language used mostly in computing.
The programmer used ALGOL to write the complex algorithm.

Often appears as...
- algol programming
- algol programming language
Usage tips
Technical
noun
It is the name of a bright star in the constellation Perseus.
Algol, also known as the Demon Star, can be seen with the naked eye.

Often appears as...
- algol star
- demon star
Definition 1 of 2

Historical Language
ALGOL is an older programming language; modern contexts may refer to it historically.

Before Java, languages like ALGOL were revolutionary in computing.
Technical Jargon
ALGOL is technical vernacular; used frequently when discussing computer history or algorithms.

Learning about ALGOL helps you understand the evolution of programming.
Not Widely Used
Unlike popular languages today, ALGOL isn't commonly used for modern software development.

ALGOL was supplanted by languages such as C and Python.
Historical Language
ALGOL is an older programming language; modern contexts may refer to it historically.

Before Java, languages like ALGOL were revolutionary in computing.
Technical Jargon
ALGOL is technical vernacular; used frequently when discussing computer history or algorithms.

Learning about ALGOL helps you understand the evolution of programming.
Not Widely Used
Unlike popular languages today, ALGOL isn't commonly used for modern software development.

ALGOL was supplanted by languages such as C and Python.
Historical Language
ALGOL is an older programming language; modern contexts may refer to it historically.

Before Java, languages like ALGOL were revolutionary in computing.
Technical Jargon
ALGOL is technical vernacular; used frequently when discussing computer history or algorithms.

Learning about ALGOL helps you understand the evolution of programming.
Not Widely Used
Unlike popular languages today, ALGOL isn't commonly used for modern software development.

ALGOL was supplanted by languages such as C and Python.
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