ALGOL

  1. Proper noun.  (computing) A high-level programming language mostly used for solving mathematical and scientific problems.
  2. Proper noun.  (star) An eclipsing binary star in the constellation of Perseus; Beta (β) Persei. It represents the eye of Medusa, whose head is being held by Perseus.

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