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   • 1. an individual or collaborative enterprise that is carefully planned to achieve a particular aim: "a research project" Similar schemeplanplan of actionprogramenterpriseundertakingventureactivityoperationcampaignproposalpropositionideaconception
   • ▪ a school assignment undertaken by a student or group of students, typically as a long-term task that requires independent research: "a history project" Similar assignmentpiece of workhomeworkpiece of researchtask
   • ▪ a proposed or planned undertaking: "the novel undermines its own stated project of telling a story" Similar schemeplanplan of actionprogramenterpriseundertakingventureactivityoperationcampaignproposalpropositionideaconception
   • 2. a government-subsidized housing development with relatively low rents: North American "her family still lives in the projects"

   verb

   • 1. estimate or forecast (something) on the basis of present trends or data: "spending was projected at $72 million" Similar forecastpredictestimatecalculategaugereckonexpectextrapolate
   • ▪ plan (a project or undertaking): "in the later 1930s, many new road plans were projected" Similar intendplanproposemap outdevisedesignoutline
   • 2. extend outward beyond something else; protrude: "I noticed a slip of paper projecting from the book" Similar stick outjut outjutprotrudeextendstand outhang overoverhangbulge outpoke outlap override overthrust outobtrudecantileverarchaic:be imminentprotuberate
   • 3. throw or cause to move forward or outward: "seeds are projected from the tree" Similar throwcastflinghurltossloblaunchdischargepropelshootinformal:chuckslingbungheave
   • ▪ cause (light, shadow, or an image) to fall on a surface: "the one light projected shadows on the wall" Similar castthrowsendshedlet fallreflectshine
   • ▪ cause (a sound, especially the voice) to be heard at a distance: "being audible depends on your ability to project your voice"
   • ▪ imagine (oneself, a situation, etc.) as having moved to a different place or time: "people may be projecting the present into the past"
   • 4. present or promote (a particular view or image): "he strives to project an image of youth" Similar conveyput acrossput overcommunicatepresentpromotepresent oneself as
   • ▪ present (someone or something) in a way intended to create a favorable impression: "she liked to project herself more as a friend than a doctor"
   • ▪ display (an emotion or quality) in one's behavior: "everyone would be amazed that a young girl could project such depths of emotion"
   • ▪ transfer or attribute one's own emotion or desire to (another person), especially unconsciously: "men may sometimes project their own fears onto women" Similar attributeascribeimputeassignexternalize
   • 5. draw straight lines from a center of or parallel lines through every point of (a given figure) to produce a corresponding figure on a surface or a line by intersecting the surface.
   • ▪ produce (such a corresponding figure).
   • 6. make a projection of (the earth, sky, etc.) on a plane surface.

   Word Origin late Middle English (in the sense ‘preliminary design, tabulated statement’): from Latin projectum ‘something prominent’, neuter past participle of proicere ‘throw forth’, from pro- ‘forth’ + jacere ‘to throw’. Early senses of the verb were ‘plan’ and ‘cause to move forward’.

   Derivatives

   • 1. projectable adjective

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2. www.simplilearn.com › what-is-a-project-articleWhat Is a Project: Definition, Types, Key ... - Simplilearn

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   Jul 7, 2023 · Definition of Project. A project is a combination of set objectives to be accomplished within a fixed period. They are an excellent opportunity to organize your business and non-business goals efficiently. The changes made in the project completion process are expected to perform better.

3. www.smartsheet.com › content › project-definitionProject Definition 101 | Smartsheet

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   Apr 27, 2022 · What Is Project Definition? The term project definition refers to the work a project manager, sponsor, and stakeholders undertake at the project onset to determine the goals and needs. The manager records that definition in a project charter or project definition document.

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   Project is a term that refers to a planned undertaking or a set of coordinated activities aimed at achieving a specific goal or objective. A project typically has the following key characteristics: 1. Defined Scope: A project has a well-defined scope, which outlines the specific tasks, deliverables, and outcomes that need to be achieved. 2.

5. kissflow.com › project › what-is-a-projectWhat is a Project in Project Management? - Kissflow

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   Feb 9, 2024 · 09.02.2024. A project is defined as a sequence of tasks that must be completed to attain a certain outcome. According to the Project Management Institute ( PMI ), the term Project refers to ” to any temporary endeavor with a definite beginning and end”. Depending on its complexity, it can be managed by a single person or hundreds.

6. www.teamgantt.com › what-is-project-managementWhat is Project Management? Definition & Terms | TeamGantt

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   Definitions & Terms. by Brett Harned. What is project management? PMI defines project management as “the use of specific knowledge, skills, tools, and techniques to deliver something of value to people.” In simple terms, project management means the process of leading a team to hit goals or complete deliverables within a set timeframe.

7. monday.com › blog › project-managementWhat Is A Project? Definition, Tools And Tips - monday.com

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   Sep 11, 2023 · What is a project? A project is a group of tasks and subtasks that need to be completed to achieve an goal. An organization’s goal could be more conversions, launching a company website, updating existing apps or features, delivering products to clients, etc. Every project is temporary, meaning it must have a defined start and end date.

8. www.indeed.com › career-advice › career-developmentWhat Is a Project? (With Types, Key Terms and Tips)

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   Feb 3, 2023 · A project is a planned set of tasks to attain a particular outcome, such as learning new information or creating something new. Business projects achieve specific business objectives, align with a company's business strategy, and fall into different categories according to content or purpose.