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The word "出谋划策" is formed by combining four characters: (to propose), (to plan), (to strategize), and (strategy). It structures as two parallel verb-object phrases, 出谋 and 划策, each meaning to devise and suggest plans, which together create a compound emphasizing the act of offering advice and strategies.

Word Definition - 出谋划策

chū móu huà cè to put forward plans and ideas (also derogatory); to give advice (idiom)