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| scheme [ skeem ] |
noun (plural schemes) |
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1. secret plot: a secret and cunning plan, especially one designed to cause damage or harm
  Luckily, we got wise to their little scheme.
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2. plan of action: a systematic plan of action
money-making schemes
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3. system: a systematic and coherent arrangement of parts
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4. diagram of something: a diagram, chart, or map
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5. astrologer's chart: an astrological chart of the sky
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6. U.K. government or business program: a plan, policy, or program carried out by a government or business
a training scheme
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intransitive verb (past and past participle schemed, present participle schem·ing, 3rd person present singular schemes) |
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make a secret plan: to devise plots and plans, especially secret or cunning ones intended to cause damage or harm
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| [Mid-16th century. Via Latin schema "form" < Greek skhēma] |
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| schem·er noun |
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