Diagram

n.	1.	(Geom.) A figure or drawing made to illustrate a statement, or facilitate a demonstration; a plan.
	2.	Any simple drawing made for mathematical or scientific purposes, or to assist a verbal explanation which refers to it; a mechanical drawing, as distinguished from an artistical one. Indicator diagram (Steam Engine) See Indicator card, under indicator
v. t.	1.	To put into the form of a diagram.

Noun	1.	diagram - a drawing intended to explain how something works; a drawing showing the relation between the parts
Verb	1.	diagram - make a schematic or technical drawing of that shows how things work or how they are constructed Synonyms: plot

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