This is the 188th most frequent Russian word.
проект
"Project" or "plan."
In this sentence, 'проект' refers to a concrete initiative or undertaking, such as a design, plan, or endeavor proposed or implemented for specific objectives.
Этот проект выиграл международный конкурс.
This project won an international competition.
Here, 'проект' means 'draft,' as in a preliminary version or proposal of some document or plan.
Мы обсуждаем проект нового закона.
We are discussing a draft of a new law.
In this context, 'проект' signifies a scholarly or academic work undertaken as a major assignment or requirement, such as a thesis or dissertation.