Events represented in a story or play
“The main plot of the novel revolves around a surgical operation of epic proportions.”
The secret planning of something illicit or detrimental
“The senator was accused of being involved in a plot to overthrow the current administration.”
Plural for a plan made in secret achieve a particular aim or goal, typically nefarious in nature
“Andy Dufresne would come up with an intricate plot to escape from Shawshank State Penitentiary.”
Plural for a piece of land
“I am planning to purchase a plot on which to build my dream home.”
Plural for a graph showing the relation between two variables
“The prediction isn't nearly as accurate, as seen in the plot of differences between the real and expected values.”
Plural for a crafty, and typically underhanded, means to achieve one's aims
Plural for an illegal or dishonest scheme
Plural for a plan or drawing of the function or workings of something to be produced
Plural for an outdoor area containing one or more types of plants
Plural for where something is positioned or located
Plural for an intention for which something is hoped to be accomplished
Plural for a theme or characteristic running throughout a situation or piece of writing
Plural for an area of ground set aside for the burying of human bodies
Plural for a forcible overthrow of a government or social order in favor of a new system
Plural for a way or course taken in getting from a starting point to a destination
Plural for an instance of successfully achieving something difficult
Plural for a small plot of land used for farming or gardening
Plural for an account of connected events
To devise a (usually secret) plan to accomplish an aim or goal
“Rebel samurai would then convene to plot the downfall of the shogun.”
To collude or participate in a conspiracy with other parties for a common goal
“You let her meet with the Northern lords, and you agreed to plot with them against the queen's advisor and against his policy.”
To map or draw out
“Thus, the expeditioners are reliant solely on their radio contacts with the base to plot their path.”
To hope for, or aspire to, a goal or dream
To seek something desired by indirectly prompting someone to offer it
To plan or control the position and course of a vehicle according to a planned path
To examine or look closely at (someone or something)
To make or adapt for a particular purpose or person
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