Meaning & Definition of word "Planner"

Planner

/ˈplænər/

noun:

  • 1. A person who makes plans or arrangements.
    • Example: The wedding planner organized every detail of the ceremony.
  • 2. A book or tool used for organizing and managing time, appointments, or tasks.
    • Example: She uses a daily planner to keep track of her schedule and tasks.
  • 3. A person or group responsible for coordinating and strategizing for future projects or events.
    • Example: The city planner proposed new zoning laws to help manage urban growth.

Etymology

Derived from the word 'plan' with the suffix '-er.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

project planner:

A professional who prepares and manages plans for specific projects.

wedding planner:

A person who helps organize and manage weddings.

urban planner:

A person who develops plans for land use in urban areas.

Related Words

planning:

The process of making plans for something.

scheduled:

Something arranged or planned for a specific time.

strategy:

A plan of action designed to achieve a long-term or overall aim.

Slang Meanings of planner

Meaning: Someone who overly plans or micromanages, sometimes seen as excessive.

Example Sentence: She's such a planner, can't we just go with the flow?

Meaning: A person who uses digital apps to organize their life.

Example Sentence: He’s a planner who lives by his Google Calendar.