blue·print 
/ˈblu:ˌprɪnt/ noun
plural blue·prints /ˈblu:ˌprɪnt/ noun [count] 1 : a photographic print that shows how something (such as a building) will be made ◊Blueprints are often sheets of blue paper with white lines on them.
▪ architectural blueprints — often used figuratively ▪ Each cell contains the organism's genetic blueprint. 2 : a detailed plan of how to do something
▪ a blueprint for success ▪ a blueprint for reforming the public school system
▪ architectural blueprints — often used figuratively ▪ Each cell contains the organism's genetic blueprint.
▪ a blueprint for success ▪ a blueprint for reforming the public school system
