I . n.
1.
Plan, system, theory.
2.
Device, design, plan, project, contrivance, plot, stratagem, conspiracy, intrigue, cabal, machination.
3.
Draught, outline, diagram, arrangement.
II . v. a.
Plan, contrive, project, plot, devise, design, imagine, frame, excogitate.
III . v. n.
Intrigue, plot, plan, contrive.