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roadmap
In a corporate or political context, this term functions as a strategic metaphor for a high-level plan. It emphasizes a sequence of milestones and deliverables rather than a rigid, minute-by-minute schedule. It is frequently used in project management and software development to communicate a vision to stakeholders without committing to exact dates.
When used in its literal sense, the word refers to a physical map for drivers. While this usage remains correct, it has become less common in daily conversation due to the prevalence of digital GPS navigation, making the metaphorical "strategic plan" meaning more dominant in modern professional English.
Meanings
A detailed plan or strategy that outlines the steps and milestones needed to achieve a specific long-term goal.
The company released a product roadmap detailing the features planned for the next two years.
A map designed specifically for motorists, showing roads and highways.
We consulted the roadmap to find the quickest route to the coast.