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Definition of planning

planning

/ˈplæn.ɪŋ/
plan · ning
Plural:plannings
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Past Simple:planned
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Past Participle:planned
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Present Participle:planning
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planning Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The process of making plans for something, especially the establishment of goals, policies, and procedures for a social or economic unit.

Example

"Careful financial planning is essential for a comfortable retirement."

2

The control of urban or regional development by a local government authority, from which permission must be obtained to build a new structure or change an existing one.

Example

"The council's planning department rejected the proposal for the new shopping center."

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• verb

1

To decide on and arrange in advance (present participle of plan).

Example

"They have been planning their summer vacation for several months."

2

To intend or expect to do something (present participle of plan).

Example

"Are you planning to attend the conference next week?"

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• Rhymes for planning

• Nearby Words

planking
plankton
planner
planning
plano
planoconvex
plant

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Planning. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/planning
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