blueprint

Definitions

A photographic print, typically white on a blue background, used for copying architectural plans or technical drawings.

A detailed plan or program of action for achieving a specific goal or outcome.

Examples

The architect presented the final blueprint for the new city library.

We need a clear blueprint to guide our strategy for the upcoming fiscal year.

The genetic blueprint of an organism determines many of its physical characteristics.

Synonyms

plan design draft layout diagram scheme template

Antonyms

chaos disorder confusion haphazardness improvisation mess randomness