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Meaning of the word schemes in English

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schemes

Noun

1.

a large-scale systematic plan or arrangement for attaining a particular object or putting a particular idea into effect.

Example:
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a clever marketing scheme
Synonym:
plan project plan of action program strategy stratagem game plan enterprise venture measure move course of action system procedure design formula recipe device tactic contrivance proposal proposition suggestion idea blueprint wheeze lurk shift
2.

a public housing complex.

Example:
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the whole scheme is plunged into darkness, bar the light in Victor's house

Verb

make plans, especially in a devious way or with intent to do something illegal or wrong.

Synonym:
plot conspire intrigue connive maneuver plan machinate cabal
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