Definition of Scheme
Scheme
scheme
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(noun)
a plan of action, especially a sneaky or secretive one;
e.g. They crafted a scheme to swindle money out of people's pockets.
(noun)
a systematic configuration or design of something;
e.g. The color scheme for this room's walls and furniture is very nice and soothing.
(verb)
to form a plan, especially a secretive one;
e.g. We need to scheme a plan to leave the event early and quietly so that we can go to the party next door.
(noun)
a body or system of theories and doctrines;
e.g. This subject is a part of a scheme of philosophy that deals with the ethics and morality of medicine.
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