plotter

/'plɔtə/
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plotter

A scientist uses a plotter to create a detailed graph.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A person who secretly plans to do something harmful or illegal: A "plotter" is someone who devises a scheme or conspiracy, often against a government, organization, or person.
    • A person who makes a plan or chart for a course of action: A "plotter" can be someone who carefully plans a project, route, or personal strategy.
    • A device or instrument for drawing graphs, maps, or diagrams: A "plotter" is a computer-driven machine that uses pens to draw precise vector graphics on paper.
Usage and Examples

  • Noun (Conspirator):

    • The plotters were arrested for planning a coup.
    • He was revealed as the chief plotter behind the fraud scheme.

  • Noun (Planner/Chart Maker):

    • As the project's plotter, she mapped out every phase of the construction timeline.
    • The clerk acted as a plotter, marking the ship's position on the nautical chart.

  • Noun (Device):

    • The architect sent the design to a large-format plotter for printing.
    • We need a new plotter to produce these engineering drawings.
Advanced Usage
  • "Master plotter": A person who is the main or most skilled deviser of a secret plan.
    • The spy was known as a master plotter of intricate schemes.
Variants and Related Words
  • Plot (verb/noun): To plan secretly; a secret plan or the main story of a narrative.
  • Conspirator (noun): A person who is involved in a conspiracy. (Close synonym for the "conspirator" sense of plotter).
Synonyms
  • Conspirator: A person who takes part in a conspiracy.
  • Schemer: A person who is involved in making secret or underhanded plans.
  • Strategist: A person skilled in planning action or policy, especially in war or politics. (Related to the "planner" sense).
Related Phrases and Idioms
  • "To uncover a plotter": To discover or reveal the identity of a person making secret plans.
    • The investigation finally managed to uncover the plotter.
plotter

A scientist uses a plotter to create a detailed graph.

Noun
  1. an instrument (usually driven by a computer) for drawing graphs or pictures
  2. a member of a conspiracy
  3. a clerk who marks data on a chart
  4. a planner who draws up a personal scheme of action

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