sample-based program
nounUK /ˈsɑːmpl beɪst ˈprəʊɡræm/
US /ˈsæmpl beɪst ˈproʊɡræm/
A sample-based program is a computer program that uses small pieces of sound or data to make music or other things.
The band used a sample-based program to add drum sounds to their song.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A program that teaches by showing small examples of something.
The teacher used a sample-based program to show students how to solve math problems.
3. A software tool that tests small parts of a product to check quality.
The factory uses a sample-based program to inspect a few toys from each batch.
4. A computer program that works with small pieces of data chosen from a larger set.
The scientist ran a sample-based program to study a small group of the survey answers.