Definition

1. Noun:
   • A floor plan for the ground level of a building: A "ground plan" is a detailed architectural drawing that shows the layout of the ground floor of a structure, including the arrangement of rooms, walls, doors, and windows as seen from above.
   • An initial or basic plan or outline: In a more figurative sense, a "ground plan" can refer to a fundamental scheme or preliminary outline for any project or idea.

Usage Examples

• Noun (Architectural):
  • The architect presented the ground plan to the clients for approval.
  • The ground plan shows the kitchen, living room, and entrance hall on the first floor.
• Noun (Figurative):
  • The first chapter of the book provides a ground plan for the entire argument.
  • We need to establish a ground plan before we start the detailed design phase.

Advanced Usage

• "To serve as a ground plan for": To act as the foundational outline or model for something.
  • The treaty served as a ground plan for future international agreements.

Variants and Related Words

• Floor plan (n): A more general term for a scale diagram of a room or building viewed from above. (A "ground plan" is a specific type of floor plan for the ground level).
• Blueprint (n): A detailed technical plan or design, often used more broadly than just for architecture.
• Layout (n): The way in which the parts of something are arranged.

Synonyms

• Foundation plan: A plan showing the foundation of a building.
• Basic outline: A preliminary sketch of main points.
• Master plan: A comprehensive long-term plan.

Related Phrases

• Ground plan and elevation: A common pairing in architecture, where the "ground plan" shows the horizontal layout and the "elevation" shows the vertical, external view of a building.

Noun

1. a floor plan for the ground level of a building