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plan
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- pronunciation:
- plaen
- parts of speech:
- noun, verb
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun, verb), Word Builder, Word Explorer
part of speech: |
noun |
definition 1: |
an action one intends to take; aim.
Her plan is to travel in Europe after she graduates.- synonyms:
- aim, goal, intention
- antonyms:
- accident
- similar words:
- design, purpose
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definition 2: |
a way to do something that is decided ahead of time.
You must have a good plan before you build a house.- synonyms:
- method, program, strategy
- similar words:
- design, formula, means, procedure, schedule, system
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related words: |
bill, budget, calendar, chart, map, object, pattern, plot, process |
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part of speech: |
verb |
inflections: |
plans, planning, planned |
definition 1: |
to develop or think of a way to do (something).
They are planning a big birthday party for Anna.- synonyms:
- design
- similar words:
- arrange, construct
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definition 2: |
to have in mind as a plan.
He planned to send his children to college. |
related words: |
budget, establish |
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derivation: |
planned (adj.) |
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