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blueprint

/ˈbluːˌpɹɪnt/

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noun

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

Examples :

"The old factory plans were on blueprint, showing the original design in white lines against a blue background. "

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noun

A print produced with this process.

Examples :

"The architect gave us a blueprint showing the layout of the new house. "

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noun

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

Examples :

"The architect showed us the digital blueprint of our new house on her tablet. "

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noun

(by extension) Any detailed plan, whether literal or figurative.

Examples :

"The company followed the blueprint for the new marketing campaign to ensure everyone was working towards the same goals. "

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verb

To make a blueprint for.

Examples :

"The architect blueprinted the renovation plan once the client had signed off."

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verb

To make a detailed operational plan for.

Examples :

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

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