RPG

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noun

ˌär-(ˌ)pē-ˈjē

: a computer language that generates programs from the user's specifications especially to produce business reports

RPG

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abbreviation

rocket-propelled grenade

role-playing game

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This takes the Hylian magic of Nintendo’s long-running RPG game and brings it to the modern gamer in ways both familiar and unique. — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 30 Apr. 2026 While absent from the films, Peeves has appeared in several video game adaptations of the movies, as well as the open world RPG, Hogwarts Legacy. — Shania Russell, Entertainment Weekly, 15 June 2026 The report program generator (RPG) talent pool is contracting, and the generation behind it is not replenishing it. — Mohit Gupta, Forbes.com, 5 June 2026 The combo system is rich and rewarding, but aggressive and powerful enemies offer enough challenge to keep you on your toes throughout this lengthy 30-hour action-RPG. — George Yang, PC Magazine, 1 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for RPG

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Etymology

Noun

report program generator

First Known Use

Noun

1962, in the meaning defined above

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