To plan secretly, usually something illegal or harmful. verb
The group was accused of plotting to overthrow the government.
She plotted with her friends to surprise him on his birthday.
To mark or draw points on a graph or map. verb
He plotted the data points on the graph to analyze the trend.
The navigator plotted the ship's course on the map.
To devise the sequence of events in a story or play. verb
The author spent months plotting the intricate storyline of her novel.
They plotted the play carefully to ensure it had a dramatic climax.