1. a mental framework or organized pattern of thought that helps interpret information
Usage: psychology
2. a plan, outline, or model showing the structure of something
3. the organization or structure of a database
Usage: computing

Examples

• Children develop cognitive schemas to understand the world around them.
• The architect presented a schema of the building’s layout.
• Her schema for understanding social situations helped her navigate the party.
• The database administrator modified the schema to include new fields.
• The teacher used a visual schema to explain the concept.
• We need to update the schema before adding more data to the system.