Definition

The act of making plans ahead of time to prepare for future events or activities.

Example

Effective preplanning can help ensure that the project runs smoothly.

Conversation

Have you thought about the trip next weekend?

Not really, I guess I should start preplanning soon.

Yeah, it would help to have an idea of what we want to do.

Definitely! A little preplanning could make everything smoother.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Preplanning → It is formed from "pre-" (meaning before) and "planning" (from the verb "plan", which comes from Old French *planer*, meaning to make a scheme or design). The word "preplanning" means the act of planning something in advance or before the actual planning takes place.

Memory Tip

Think of 'before' ('pre-') making a 'scheme' or 'design' ('planning') — that's why preplanning means to plan ahead.

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