devise

//dɪˈvaɪz//
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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.

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