Planning (Noun)
Meaning 1
The act or process of drawing up plans or layouts for some project or enterprise.
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Nouns denoting acts or actions.
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Meaning 2
The cognitive process of thinking about what you will do in the event of something happening; "his planning for retirement was hindered by several uncertainties".
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Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.
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Meaning 3
An act of formulating a program for a definite course of action; "the planning was more fun than the trip itself".
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Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The city council was responsible for the planning of the new public transportation system.
- The team spent months on planning and preparation before the big event.
- The architect's firm was hired to do the planning and design of the new skyscraper.
- She loved the planning stage of a trip almost as much as the trip itself.
- The company's success was due in large part to careful planning and strategic decision-making.