blueprints
word · lemma: blueprint
Definition
Detailed technical drawings or plans used to design buildings, machines, or other complex things. 'Blueprints' can also mean a detailed plan or guide for something.
Usage & Nuances
'Blueprints' is used mostly in technical, engineering, and architectural contexts, but can also mean 'a plan for success' or similar in a metaphorical sense. The singular 'blueprint' is used for one plan; 'blueprints' for several. Common collocations: 'architectural blueprints', 'follow the blueprints', 'serve as a blueprint for'.
Example Sentences
The builder followed the blueprints closely.
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We looked at the blueprints before starting work.
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They lost the original blueprints, so they had to design everything again.
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These blueprints serve as a perfect guide for building the project.
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The company's founders drew up blueprints for future growth.
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The architect showed us the blueprints for the new house.
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