plan (A1)

noun

Pronunciation: /plæn/

Definition

A detailed proposal for doing or achieving something, often involving a sequence of actions and resources.

Examples

• The architect presented a comprehensive plan for the new city park.

• Our team developed a marketing plan to launch the new product next quarter.

• She had a secret plan to surprise her sister with a birthday party.

How to Use plan

plan for (prepositional phrase)

To prepare for a future event or situation. — "We need to plan for unexpected delays."

plan to do something (collocation)

To intend to do something. — "I plan to visit my grandparents next month."

plan on doing something (collocation)

To intend to do something (informal). — "Are you planning on attending the meeting?"

plan out (phrasal verb)

To organize the details of something carefully. — "Let's plan out the entire itinerary for the vacation."

Synonyms of plan

Words with a similar meaning to plan:

• idea
• scheme
• strategy
• blueprint

Antonyms of plan

Words with the opposite meaning to plan:

• disorder
• chance

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