blueprint

Etymology

Definitions

1. 1

   A type of paper-based reproduction process producing white-on-blue images by means of a…

   A type of paper-based reproduction process producing white-on-blue images by means of a photosensitive ferric compound, used primarily for technical and architecture's drawings, now largely replaced by other technologies.

2. 2

   A print produced with this process.

3. 3

   A detailed technical drawing (now often in some electronically storable and transmissible…

   A detailed technical drawing (now often in some electronically storable and transmissible form).

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   1. 4

      Any detailed plan, whether literal or figurative.

      • Ain't got no blueprint, just a purpose and a wrecking ball!
      • This demonstrated serious intent, and the result is a report that should be a blueprint for subsequent assessments when road schemes are being put forward.
      • As a member of Black Sabbath, he helped draft the blueprints for heavy metal, but in conversation, he was always humble about his contributions to music.
   2. 5

      To make a blueprint for.

      • The architect blueprinted the renovation plan once the client had signed off.
   3. 6

      To make a detailed operational plan for

      To make a detailed operational plan for; to design or plan out.

      • They blueprinted every aspect of the first phase of the operation.

The neighborhood

• synonymroad map
• synonymschematic
• synonymaction plan
• synonymlayout