map (out)

verb

Definition of map (out)next
as in to plan
to work out the details of (something) in advance mapped out a plan for the fledgling company to become profitable within two years

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for map (out)
  1. plan
  2. design
  3. prepare
  4. organize
  5. arrange
  6. plot
  7. chart
Verb
  • SpaceX plans to retire both the Falcon 9 and Falcon Heavy shortly after the fully reusable Starship, the biggest and most powerful rocket ever built, is up and running.
    — Mike Wall, Space.com, 7 Nov. 2026
  • The litigation could become a growing financial risk as the company plans for a potential blockbuster IPO.
    — Jonathan Vanian, CNBC, 7 Nov. 2026
Definition of plan
Verb
  • Made with a breathable bamboo-viscose surface and waterproof barrier, it's designed to protect against spills without the uncomfortable crinkling of traditional mattress covers.
    — Jacorey Moon, Architectural Digest, 7 Nov. 2026
  • Developed by Maxwell Aircraft, the patent-pending plane is designed to deliver a breakthrough combination of payload, range, and operational flexibility for cargo and passenger transportation.
    — Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 7 Nov. 2026
Definition of design
Verb
  • The additional accessories and benefits are intended to provide extra value beyond the cleaner itself, particularly for homeowners preparing their pools for the swimming season.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 6 Nov. 2026
  • Lockheed Martin has also invested $120 million of its own funding to prepare the missile for maritime operations.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of prepare
Verb
  • At a Thursday post-election conference organized by the Center for American Progress, Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer said that the people who’d beaten invincible-looking Republicans needed space to vote and govern their way.
    — David Weigel, semafor.com, 6 Nov. 2026
  • Pre-Columbian ruins are always near, reachable by boat, trek, and car, on excursions organized by the hotel.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Nov. 2026
Definition of organize
Verb
  • The displays can be arranged in either landscape or portrait orientation, depending on your preferences.
    — Maryna Holovnova, New Atlas, 7 Nov. 2026
  • Paddle surf excursions can be booked via the concierge, as well as leather workshops, wine or olive oil tastings, vineyard tours, and boat trips—all are arranged via local third-party companies to ensure the most authentic experience possible.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Nov. 2026
Definition of arrange
Verb
  • Cook County prosecutors on Monday announced the indictment of a Palatine teen who authorities say plotted a mass shooting at an Aurora temple last month.
    — Barbara Vitello, Chicago Tribune, 9 Nov. 2026
  • And so, in late September, my friend Sarra and I plotted a week-long road trip linking four national parks and three state parks in Utah.
    — Jamie Spain, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Nov. 2026
Definition of plot
Verb
  • The hauntingly introspective quality of the lyrics charts Youth’s confounding artistic path.
    — Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 11 Nov. 2026
  • The biggest challenge now, according to Horvitz, was not Hamas' immediate reaction to the political contests abroad, but in Israel's struggle to chart a path toward victory while now under growing international pressure.
    — Tom O'Connor, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Nov. 2026
Definition of chart
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“Map (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/map%20%28out%29. Accessed 13 Nov. 2026.

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