A plot is the order of events in a story. It tells what happens first, next, and last. People follow the plot to understand the story.
The plot of the book is very exciting.
She explained the film's plot clearly.
A plot can mean a small area of land. People use it to grow plants or build homes. It is often marked by boundaries.
They bought a plot to build their house.
This plot is good for growing vegetables.
A plot can mean a secret plan to do bad things. People make plots to trick or harm others. It is often hidden or secret.
They discovered a plot against the king.
The criminals made a secret plot to steal money.
To plot means to make a mark or draw points on a map or graph. This helps show information or plans clearly. It is often used in math and geography.
The student plotted points on the graph.
We plotted a route on the map.
To plot means to secretly plan something wrong or illegal. People do this to trick others or cause problems. It is a secret action.
They plotted to take over the government.
The group plotted to break the law.
Sometimes, plot means a small fight or argument. It is a short conflict between people. This use is less common in modern English.
There was a plot between the two friends.
A small plot happened at school today.
A plot can mean a small piece of land for a grave. It is in a cemetery where people are buried. Families choose plots to bury loved ones.
They bought a plot in the cemetery.
The family visited the grave plot yesterday.
