scheme

1. scheme (noun) — sense 1

Definition: An artful deviation from the ordinary arrangement of words.

2. scheme (noun) — sense 2

Definition: A representation of the aspects of the celestial bodies for any moment or at a given event.

Example: a blue case, from which was drawn a scheme of nativity

3. scheme (noun) — sense 3

Definition: A systematic plan of future action.

Example: The stoical scheme of supplying our wants by lopping off our desires, is like cutting off our feet when we want shoes.

4. scheme (verb) — sense 4

Definition: To plot, or contrive a plan; to maneuver.

Example: Laura snatches coins from inside a truck to make a telephone call, scrounges shoes and clothes for them at a municipal beach, schemes to get a room key so she and Howie can sleep overnight in the Starlight Motel, steals a Jeepster from a deputy sheriff who's trying to arrest them.

5. scheme (verb) — sense 5

Definition: To plan; to contrive; to maneuver.

Example: He schemed a plot. He made use of the hotel's stationery to write a letter.