Lean Canvas
Noun · Startup & VC
Definitions
A one-page planning framework adapted for startups that emphasizes problem, solution, key metrics, unfair advantage, and customer segments. It is designed to be faster and more hypothesis-driven than a traditional business plan.
In plain English: A one-page startup planning template focused on key assumptions and risks.
Example: "The founder used a lean canvas to pressure-test assumptions before writing a full deck."