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Devise

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Meanings of Devise

Verb

  • To think of a clever plan or idea.
  • To leave something important to someone in a will.
  • To come up with a plan or idea.
  • To think about how to get something you want.
  • To imagine or guess about something.

Noun

  • A special plan or idea you think of.
  • A part of a will that tells what to do with something after someone is gone.
  • The property that someone leaves for others in a will.
  • The act of creating or designing something new.

Explanation of the word: Devise

To devise means to think of a new idea or plan. It's like when you come up with a fun game to play with your friends.

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Translations for the word: Devise

hindi
बनाना (Banana)

banana

विचार (Vichar)

vichar

योजना (Yojana)

yojana

   

Frequently Asked Questions about the word: Devise

What does 'devise' mean?
The word 'devise' means to come up with a plan or idea. It's like thinking of a way to solve a problem.
How do you pronounce 'devise'?
You pronounce 'devise' like this: deh-vize.
What is the origin of the word 'devise'?
The word 'devise' comes from the Old French word 'deviser', which means to plan or arrange.
What is the meaning of 'devise' in Hindi?
The word 'devise' in Hindi is 'योजना बनाना' (Yojana Banana).