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plan

n. · v.
US //ˈpɫæn// UK //plˈæn// plan
  1. 1 intended actions (n.)
    A1 Beginner

    a set of steps you have decided to take to achieve something.

    a scheme or method of acting, often involving a sequence of steps intended to achieve a specific objective.

    Example

    We have a plan to travel around Europe next summer.

    Example

    The management team developed a comprehensive plan to restructure the department without affecting the current production schedule.
    Pitfall
    I have a plan for go to the cinema.
    I have a plan to go to the cinema.

    Use 'to' followed by the base verb when describing the action you plan to do.

  2. 2 technical drawing (n.)
    B1 Intermediate

    a drawing that shows the shape and size of a building or room from above.

    a scale drawing of a structure or machine, specifically a horizontal section showing the layout of a floor.

    Example

    The architect showed us the floor plans for our new house.

    Example

    Before construction could begin, the city council required a detailed site plan showing the location of all existing trees and utilities.
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  1. 3 service subscription (n.)
    B1 Intermediate

    a specific arrangement for a service, like a phone or internet contract.

    a specific arrangement or tier of service offered by a provider, often involving a recurring fee.

    Example

    I need to change my mobile phone plan because I use too much data.

    Example

    The software company offers a basic plan for individuals and a more expensive enterprise plan for large corporations.
  2. 4 to intend (v.)
    A1 Beginner

    to decide what you are going to do in the future.

    to intend or arrange for something to happen in the future. Often used with an infinitive object.

    Example

    They are planning to get married in the spring.

    Example

    The urban development committee is planning to convert the abandoned industrial site into a public park and community garden.
  3. 5 to design (v.)
    A2 Elementary

    to think about and organize the details of something before it happens.

    to devise or design the details of a project, event, or structure in advance.

    Example

    She spent the whole afternoon planning the surprise party.

    Example

    The engineers spent months planning the bridge's construction to ensure it could withstand extreme weather conditions.
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