scheme (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈskiːm/

Definition

A plan or arrangement of actions or steps designed to achieve a particular aim.

Examples

• The company's new marketing scheme aims to increase brand awareness.

• He devised a clever scheme to escape from prison.

• The teacher's scheme for the school trip included visits to three museums.

How to Use scheme

scheme to do something (prepositional phrase)

A plan designed for the purpose of achieving a specific action. — "They have a scheme to renovate the old theater."

scheme for something (prepositional phrase)

A plan or system established for a particular purpose or area. — "The government introduced a new scheme for affordable housing."

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