grand scheme

== English == === Etymology === Ellipsis of grand scheme of things. === Pronunciation === IPA(key): /ɡɹænd ˈskiːm/ === Noun === grand scheme (plural grand schemes) (idiomatic) The totality of the situation approached objectively; the big picture. Synonyms: big picture, scheme of things Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see grand,‎ scheme. ==== See also ====