Devise meaning

What does “devise” mean? Definitions, examples, synonyms and opposites.

“devise” is a noun and verb with 5 meanings. Its most common meaning is: a will disposing of real property.

devise

noun

a will disposing of real property
(law) a gift of real property by will

verb

come up with (an idea, plan, explanation, theory, or principle) after a mental effort
“excogitate a way to measure the speed of light”
Synonymsinvent contrive excogitate formulate forge
arrange by systematic planning and united effort
“machinate a plot”
“organize a strike”
Synonymsorganize organise prepare get up machinate
give by will, especially real property

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University

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