planning

noun

plan·​ning ˈpla-niŋ 

: the act or process of making or carrying out plans

specifically : the establishment of goals, policies, and procedures for a social or economic unit

city planning

business planning

Examples of planning in a Sentence

Careful planning made the party a success.

Recent Examples on the Web

The company has expanded its executive advisory board with experts in military, scientific, and governmental fields to assist with strategic planning and industry knowledge. —Quartz Bot, Quartz, 30 Dec. 2024

Final Thoughts Moving up in a company requires a combination of hard work, strategic planning and the willingness to adapt. —Stephen Nalley, Rolling Stone, 30 Dec. 2024

Vogue Weddings An all-access invitation to the exceptional and inspirational, plus planning tips and advice. —Jenny Berg, Vogue, 30 Dec. 2024

Besides a few minor setbacks like an internet slowdown and reports of malfunctioning clocks, the aggressive planning and recalibration paid off. —Jack Mitchell, NPR, 28 Dec. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1730, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing planning

• city planning
• family planning
• natural family planning