plan

Definitions

1. noun

   A set of steps you intend to follow to reach a goal.

   Examples

   • We have a plan for the weekend.
   • He had a goal but no real plan.
   ≈design≈scheme≈blueprint≈design≈plan +4 more
2. noun

   A technical drawing of a building or machine.

   Examples

   • The plans for the building are public.
   • The engineer studied the plan before starting work.
   ≈design≈scheme≈chart≈design≈diagram +7 more
3. noun

   A drawing of a building as seen from above.

   Examples

   • In plan, the building has many hidden passages.
   • The architect drew the house in plan first.
   ≈floor plan
4. noun

   A usual way of doing something.

   Examples

   • The simple plan was to share what was left.
   • Their plan was always to divide the chores evenly.
5. noun

   A paid service deal, such as for a phone.

   Examples

   • I changed my phone plan last month.
   • This internet plan is cheaper.
6. verb

   To design a building or machine.

   Examples

   • The architect planned the building for the client.
   • Engineers planned the new bridge over several months.
7. verb

   To work out the steps for something in advance.

   Examples

   • They planned the project in phases.
   • She planned the wedding down to the smallest detail.
8. verb

   To intend to do something.

   Examples

   • He planned to go, but work got in the way.
   • We plan to move next year.
9. verb

   To prepare for what will happen.

   Examples

   • They planned for the worst and brought emergency supplies.
   • We planned carefully before the trip.