BLUEPRINT: Synonyms and Related Words. What is Another Word for BLUEPRINT?

Need another word that means the same as “blueprint”? Find 25 synonyms and 30 related words for “blueprint” in this overview.

The synonyms of “Blueprint” are: design, pattern, plan, draft, diagram, drawing, scale drawing, outline, sketch, map, layout, representation, model, template, framework, example, exemplar, guide, prototype, paradigm, sample, pilot, recipe, draught

Blueprint as a Noun

Definitions of "Blueprint" as a noun

According to the Oxford Dictionary of English, “blueprint” as a noun can have the following definitions:

• A design plan or other technical drawing.
• Something which acts as a plan, model, or template for others.
• Something intended as a guide for making something else.
• Photographic print of plans or technical drawings etc.

Synonyms of "Blueprint" as a noun (23 Words)

design	Purpose or planning that exists behind an action, fact, or object. The appearance of design in the universe.
diagram	A simplified drawing showing the appearance, structure, or workings of something; a schematic representation. A diagram of the living room.
draft	A regulator for controlling the flow of air in a fireplace. A manuscript draft representing the explorer s latest findings.
drawing	The act of moving a load by drawing or pulling. It is shown by the drawing in Fig 7.
example	An item of information that is typical of a class or group. A workbook and a data set will enable the researcher to follow worked examples.
exemplar	Something to be imitated. The place is an exemplar of multicultural Britain.
framework	A structure supporting or containing something. The theoretical framework of political sociology.
guide	A model or standard for making comparisons. His spiritual guide.
layout	The way in which text or pictures are set out on a page. A model railway layout.
map	A diagrammatic representation of an area of land or sea showing physical features, cities, roads, etc. She went inside to check a star map.
model	A hypothetical description of a complex entity or process. A well known fashion model.
outline	A general description or plan showing the essential features of something but not the detail. An outline proposal.
paradigm	The class of all items that can be substituted into the same position or slot in a grammatical sentence are in paradigmatic relation with one another. He framed the problem within the psychoanalytic paradigm.
pattern	A wooden or metal model from which a mould is made for a casting. The school is located a few kilometers away and is run on the pattern of other army schools.
pilot	A person qualified to guide ships through difficult waters going into or out of a harbor. Many expected him to get the job as Desert Orchid s pilot.
plan	A drawing or diagram made by projection on a horizontal plane especially one showing the layout of a building or one floor of a building. A street plan.
prototype	A standard or typical example. The firm is testing a prototype of the weapon.
recipe	Directions for making something. Sky high interest rates are a recipe for disaster.
representation	A body of legislators that serve in behalf of some constituency. The Law Society will make representations to the Lord Chancellor.
sample	A portion drawn from a population, the study of which is intended to lead to statistical estimates of the attributes of the whole population. Samples of products for evaluation.
scale drawing	A metal sheathing of uniform thickness (such as the shield attached to an artillery piece to protect the gunners.
sketch	A comical or amusing person or thing. A hilarious sketch for their latest BBC series.
template	A preset format for a document or file. Secondary structure in the template strand is eliminated.

Usage Examples of "Blueprint" as a noun

• A blueprint for a house.
• They are redrawing office blueprints to include large shared spaces.
• The scheme was a blueprint for future development programmes.

Blueprint as a Verb

Definitions of "Blueprint" as a verb

According to the Oxford Dictionary of English, “blueprint” as a verb can have the following definitions:

• Make a blueprint of.
• Draw up (a plan or model.

Synonyms of "Blueprint" as a verb (2 Words)

draft	Select a player for a sports team through the draft. Riot police were drafted in to break up the blockade.
draught	Make a blueprint of.

Usage Examples of "Blueprint" as a verb

• The landscape architect blueprinted a ten-year plan for regeneration of the magnificent formal gardens.

Associations of "Blueprint" (30 Words)

architect	A person who is responsible for inventing or realizing a particular idea or project. An architected information interface.
artifice	A deceptive maneuver (especially to avoid capture. The style is not free from the artifices of the period.
artwork	Paintings, drawings, or other artistic works. The artwork on the dust jacket is repeated on the cover.
atelier	A studio especially for an artist or designer.
cartography	The making of maps and charts.
chart	Make a chart of. The record will probably chart at about No 74.
chiaroscuro	A monochrome picture made by using several different shades of the same color. The chiaroscuro of cobbled streets.
design	Create designs. It was an excellent design for living.
designer	Made or designed by a famous and prestigious fashion designer. A designer label.
diagram	Schedule the operations of a locomotive or train according to a diagram. The experiment is diagrammed on page fourteen.
draft	Select a player for a sports team through the draft. The draft and I were sent to the barracks near Folkestone.
draftsmanship	The creation of artistic pictures or diagrams.
drawing	The act of moving a load by drawing or pulling. She took lessons in drawing.
exploded	Showing the parts of something separated but in positions that show their correct relation to one another. An exploded diagram of the rifle s parts.
flowchart	A diagram of the sequence of operations in a computer program or an accounting system.
graffiti	Write words or drawings as graffiti. He graffitied his tag on a window and door.
graph	Plot upon a graph.
graphic	Of or relating to the graphic arts British Book News. A graphic account of the riots.
machination	A plot or scheme.
maneuver	Perform a movement in military or naval tactics in order to secure an advantage in attack or defense. He made a great maneuver.
painting	The occupation of a house painter. Pastels require a different approach to painting.
picture	Represent in a photograph or picture. Poor picture quality.
plat	Make a plat of. They looked out over the plats of dark ground.
plot	Mark out or allocate (points) on a graph. They concocted a plot to discredit the governor.
project	Make a projection of the earth sky etc on a plane surface. I noticed a slip of paper projecting from the book.
redesign	The action or process of redesigning something. The front seats have been redesigned.
representation	The act of representing; standing in for someone or some group and speaking with authority in their behalf. The representation of women in newspapers.
ruse	A deceptive maneuver (especially to avoid capture. Emma tried to think of a ruse to get Paul out of the house.
schematic	In technical contexts a schematic diagram in particular of an electric or electronic circuit. Freeman constructs a highly schematic reading of the play.
strategically	In a way that relates to the gaining of a military advantage. Strategically important ports.