Plan

Definition

A "plan" is a detailed proposal or arrangement for achieving a specific goal or completing a task.

Parts of Speech

• Noun
• Verb

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /plæn/
• Respelling: PLAN

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /plæn/
• Respelling: PLAN

Etymology

The word "plan" originates from the French "plan," meaning "ground plan" or "map," derived from the Latin "planus," meaning "flat" or "level." It entered English in the late 17th century, initially referring to diagrams or blueprints, and later expanded to encompass strategies or arrangements.

Derivatives

• Planner (noun)
• Planned (adjective/verb)
• Planning (noun/verb)
• Replan (verb)
• Planless (adjective)

Synonyms

• Strategy
• Blueprint
• Scheme

Antonyms

• Chaos
• Disorder
• Improvise

Usage

The word "plan" is commonly used in contexts such as project management, personal goals, or scheduling. For example: "They created a plan to renovate the house," or "You need a plan to achieve success."

Related Terms

• Project: A coordinated effort to achieve a goal.
• Design: A detailed proposal for an object or system.
• Agenda: A list of items or actions to be discussed or done.

Detailed Definitions

Noun

• A detailed proposal for achieving a goal: Refers to a structured approach to accomplish something.
  • Example: "The team presented a plan to improve sales."
• A diagram or map: Describes a schematic representation of an area or concept.
  • Example: "The architect drew a plan of the new building."
• A method of action: Refers to a step-by-step arrangement to ensure success.
  • Example: "What’s the plan for the weekend?"

Verb

• To create a proposal or strategy: Indicates the act of formulating a method for achieving an objective.
  • Example: "They plan to launch the product next month."
• To arrange or schedule in advance: Describes the process of organizing tasks or events.
  • Example: "We need to plan the itinerary for our trip."