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plan

/plæn/

When used as a noun, "plan" can be countable (e.g., "I have three different plans") or uncountable when referring to the general act of planning. As a verb, it is frequently followed by an infinitive (e.g., "plan to go") or a gerund/noun phrase (e.g., "plan a trip"). In architectural contexts, "plan" usually refers specifically to a 2D overhead view of a space, such as a 'floor plan'.

💬Casual Conversation

🎬Tuesday afternoon, Victoria is in a high-stakes board meeting while Mr. Sterling is at his private spa.

Mr. Sterling

Victoria, the corporate soul needs to breathe. What's the plan for the silent retreat?

Victoria

We're scrapping it. I'm not letting you throw our Q3 targets out the window.

💡

Mr. Sterling uses 'plan' to refer to a detailed proposal for his eccentric retreat, while Victoria uses the phrasal verb 'scrapping it' (meaning to cancel or discard) and the idiom 'throw out the window' (to waste or ignore something valuable), highlighting their conflict between philosophical whimsy and corporate pragmatism.

Meanings

noun

A detailed proposal for doing or achieving something.

"The company has a strategic plan to expand into Asian markets."

noun

A drawing or diagram of a building, room, or land, showing the structure and layout.

"The architect showed us the floor plans for the new library."

verb (transitive)

To decide on and make arrangements for something in advance.

"We are planning a surprise party for her birthday."

verb (intransitive)

To make arrangements or prepare for the future.

"It is important to plan carefully before starting a business."

Related Words

strategy design

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