floor plan

American  

noun

1. a diagram of one room, apartment, or entire floor of a building, usually drawn to scale.

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floor plan British  

noun

1. a drawing to scale of the arrangement of rooms on one floor of a building Compare elevation

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Etymology

Origin of floor plan

First recorded in 1865–70

Example Sentences

His high-end home boasted every manner of amenity a celebrity of his caliber could wish for, starting with an open floor plan that featured eight bedrooms and 10 bathrooms.

From MarketWatch

Charter advocates also say that schools with open floor plans that mimic the office spaces of tech and design firms will prepare students for STEM-focused careers.

From New York Times

Residents can choose from a wide range of customizable floor plans to suit their individual tastes, with a variety of picturesque views to choose from of the city and surrounding neighborhood.

From Seattle Times

Bright and sophisticated, each home is outfitted with floor-to-ceiling windows, expansive floor plans, and luxe appliances and finishes.

From Seattle Times

“I like to use them where they make sense in the floor plan, not gratuitously,” she said.

From Seattle Times

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