plural planners
1
: a person who plans something
a party planner
a careful planner
often
: one whose job is to create a comprehensive or systematic plan or design within a particular field or for a particular project
… the thrust of the book is not location theory or regional economic development, but rather the nuts and bolts of concern to government planners and local chambers of commerce. —
Edward Malecki
Edward Malecki While most planners agree that there is enough water in Arizona to support the people currently living there, the allocation and use of water in the Phoenix area is a vital issue for residents … —Charles Sargent
Charles Sargent We talked to our financial planner about how to save enough money for retirement.
2
: something (such as a device, program, or notebook) that provides a schedule and is used for planning activities, travels, etc.
an online trip planner
a monthly/daily planner
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Policymakers, planners, and technology leaders have a clear role ahead of them.
—Chuck Brooks, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
Again, though, this would eliminate some core capabilities, like its meal planner, recipes, and shopping list features.
—Scharon Harding, ArsTechnica, 18 Sep. 2025
In addition to her passion for real estate, Marabeth is also a holistic health coach, organizer of women's retreats, party planner and volunteer for several charities.
—Caroline Blair, PEOPLE, 17 Sep. 2025
The tax would need two-thirds approval from voters, senior city planner Greta Soos told the committee.
—Theresa Clift, Sacbee.com, 16 Sep. 2025
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Chuck Brooks, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
Again, though, this would eliminate some core capabilities, like its meal planner, recipes, and shopping list features.
—Scharon Harding, ArsTechnica, 18 Sep. 2025
In addition to her passion for real estate, Marabeth is also a holistic health coach, organizer of women's retreats, party planner and volunteer for several charities.
—Caroline Blair, PEOPLE, 17 Sep. 2025
The tax would need two-thirds approval from voters, senior city planner Greta Soos told the committee.
—Theresa Clift, Sacbee.com, 16 Sep. 2025
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“Planner.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/planner. Accessed 30 Sep. 2025.
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