devise
//dɪˈvaɪz//
Verb
deviseInfinitive
devisePresent tense
devisedPast tense
devisedPast participle
devisingPresent participle
devisesThird-person singular
1
To plan or invent a complex procedure, system, or mechanism by careful thought.
The team devised a new system to improve efficiency.
2
To form or arrange in the mind; to contrive or scheme.
The team devised a clever strategy to solve the problem.
Noun
1
A clause in a will leaving real estate to someone.
The devise in my grandfather's will left the family home to my mother.