Plan Definition

plan
noun
  1. a series of steps to be carried out or goals to be accomplished; "they drew up a six-step plan"; "they discussed plans for a new bond issue"
  2. an arrangement scheme; "the awkward design of the keyboard made operation difficult"; "it was an excellent design for living"; "a plan for seating guests"
  3. scale drawing of a structure; "the plans for City Hall were on file"
verb
  1. have the will and intention to carry out some action; "He plans to be in graduate school next year"; "The rebels had planned turmoil and confusion"
  2. make plans for something; "He is planning a trip with his family"
  3. make or work out a plan for; devise; "They contrived to murder their boss"; "design a new sales strategy"; "plan an attack"
  4. make a design of; plan out in systematic, often graphic form; "design a better mousetrap"; "plan the new wing of the museum"

"Plan" in song lyrics

See how plan is used in real songs:

  • "Flipping Any Man, you heard me on the plan"
    1.4.0. Productions f/ Crunch Lo, Shawn Wigs — One on One
  • "Out in the Netherlands I got a better plan"
    1st Infantry f/ Prodigy — Serious (The New Message)
  • "But a waking man can plan"
    2 Hungry Bros. present 8thW1 — Talkin

Usage tips for "plan"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "plan" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for plan to find words that pair well.

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