Definition, synonyms and related words
Abbreviation of procedure.
"The IT manager asked each developer to submit their code proc before the deadline."
In plain English: A proc is short for process, which refers to any program running on your computer at that moment.
"The store manager asked if anyone could proc some fresh milk for the morning rush."
To cause a special event to occur.
"The marketing team worked late into the night to proc the surprise birthday party for their CEO."
In plain English: To proc means to get something you need by finding it and bringing it back.
"The store manager tried to proc fresh fruit for the weekend sale, but there was none available until Tuesday."
In gaming slang, "proc" comes from shortening the word "procedure." This usage was later reinforced by a backformation suggesting it stands for "programmed random occurrence," though that definition was created after the term became popular rather than being its original source.