Device
Word | DEVICE |
Character | 6 |
Hyphenation | de vice |
Pronunciations | /dəˈvaɪs/ |
Definitions and meanings of "Device"
What do we mean by device?
A contrivance or invention serving a particular purpose, especially a machine used to perform one or more relatively simple tasks. noun
A literary contrivance, such as parallelism or personification, used to achieve a particular effect. noun
A decorative design, figure, or pattern, as one used in embroidery. synonym: figure. noun
A graphic symbol or motto, especially in heraldry. noun
A plan or scheme for accomplishing something. noun
(leave to (one's) own devices) To allow (someone) to do as he or she pleases. idiom
(leave to (one's) own devices) To force (someone) to cope or manage without assistance. idiom
Disposition; desire; will; pleasure. noun
Opinion; view. noun
The act or state of devising or inventing; invention; inventiveness; a contriving. noun
An invention or a contrivance; something devised or fitted for a particular use or purpose, especially something of a simple character or of little complexity: as, a device for checking motion. noun
A scheme or plan; something devised or studied out for promoting an end; specifically, something contrived for an evil or a selfish purpose; a wrongful project, stratagem, or trick. noun
Something fancifully designed, as a picture, a, pattern, a piece of embroidery, the cut or ornament of a garment, etc. noun
The representation of some object, group of objects, or scene, generally accompanied by a motto or other legend, and used as an expression of the bearer's aspirations or principles. noun
The motto attached to or suited for such an emblem. noun
A spectacle; a show. noun
Synonyms Contrivance, Shift, etc. (see expedient, n.; see also artifice), wile, ruse, manœuver, trick. noun
Design, symbol. noun
Any piece of equipment made for a particular purpose, especially a mechanical or electrical one.
A peripheral device; an item of hardware.
A project or scheme, often designed to deceive; a stratagem; an artifice.
An improvised explosive device, home-made bomb
A technique that an author or speaker uses to evoke an emotional response in the audience; a rhetorical device.
A motto, emblem, or other mark used to distinguish the bearer from others. A device differs from a badge or cognizance primarily because as it is a personal distinction, and not a badge borne by members of the same house successively.
Power of devising; invention; contrivance.
An image used in whole or in part as a trademark or service mark.
An image or logo denoting official or proprietary authority or provenience.
A spectacle or show.
Opinion; decision.
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