noun
plan
plan
noun
1
A set of intended actions worked out in advance to achieve a goal.
"They came up with a plan to pay off their debt within two years."
"Our vacation plan fell apart when the flight got canceled."
2
A detailed drawing showing the layout of a building or structure, usually as seen from above.
"The architect showed us the plans for the new extension."
verb
1
To think out and arrange actions in advance.
"They're planning a surprise party for her birthday."
"We need to plan our route before we set off."
How to Use Plan
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA worked-out set of steps to reach a goal, or a diagram showing how something is laid out.
Common pairings
make a plan
plan ahead
according to plan
backup plan
Word Forms
planned past tense, plans plural, plans singular
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Etymology
From French plan, "flat surface, ground plot," from Latin planus, "flat" — related to "plane" and "plain."