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COBOL (/ˈkoʊbɒl/) is a compiled computer programming language designed for business. It is imperative procedural and since 2002 object-oriented. It was designed in 1959 by the Conference on Data Systems Languages (CODASYL) and was largely based on previous programming language design work by Grace Hopper. COBOL stands for COmmon Business-Oriented Language.COBOL is primarily used in business finance and administrative systems for companies and governments.