planner

[plan-er]

noun

1. a person who plans.

2. a book, similar to a desk calendar, for recording appointments, things to be done, etc.

planner

/ ˈplænə /

noun

1. a person who makes plans, esp for the development of a town, building, etc

2. a chart for recording future appointments, tasks, goals, etc

Word History and Origins

Origin of planner¹

First recorded in 1710–20; plan + -er ¹

Example Sentences

Planning for a financially secure retirement coupled with the emotionally-charged desire to support one’s loved ones is complex, and financial planners can be very helpful.

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A qualified estate planner can help you choose the right vehicles and documents for your last wishes that also helps you avoid headaches.

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Matthew Chancey, a certified financial planner for high-net-worth individuals, said many of his clients have insurance but still pay out of pocket instead of filing claims.

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He estimates that the U.S. would need at least 50,000 troops, but that Pentagon war planners would want as many as 200,000.

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Aside from expecting to reap bountiful returns with little or no risk, some people are unrealistic about when they can retire or how much they can spend, says Dustin Wolk, a Milwaukee-based certified financial planner.

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