Devise Definition & Meaning | Britannica Dictionary (original) (raw)
devise
verb
devises;
devised;
devising
devise
/dɪˈvaɪz/
verb
devises;
devised;
devising
Britannica Dictionary definition of DEVISE
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:
to invent or plan (something that is difficult or complicated)
- They have devised a new method for converting sunlight into electricity.
- She is accused of devising [=_hatching_] a plot to overthrow the government.
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