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.

A line of shit told to gullible dumb asses. Urban Dictionary

The primary male genital organ aka penis aka cock, sometimes it is mechanical-like in nature Urban Dictionary

1. A very hot woman. 2. A nerdy word for a tool. Urban Dictionary

An VERY hot woman. Urban Dictionary

A term used to describe discrimination, or prejudice based on the devices people use in everyday life, to browse the web or to game, etc. Urban Dictionary

An object that is required to complete a the task at hand, e.g. TV remote, mobile phone, condom, spliff Urban Dictionary

Spending way too much time with eyes glued to your handheld device. Urban Dictionary

When a multi-platform program or application releases a feature for one platform, such as Android, but not another, such as iOS. Urban Dictionary

An item that is being fapulated or has been fapulated recently Urban Dictionary

Alternate saying for a lighter, rumor has it that it was invented by some urban wanderers wandering Tel Aviv for redemption and sexual pursuit. English speakers unable to speak Hebrew for shit these tourists went around asking Israelis to borrow their "fire device" Urban Dictionary

Synonyms and Antonyms for Device

The word "device" in example sentences

The first reviews of the device began rolling in Tuesday afternoon and they are largely glowing, despite some expected complaints about the device&# ... ❋ Unknown (2010)

However, separately backing up my Eudora and Palm data is a small inconvenience compared to the peace of mind this device brings †¦ especially on days when my laptop sounds like it†™ s laboring and may crash and burn at any minute. win a Clickfree HD801 device*? ❋ Unknown (2008)

The other thing, Kate, that's interesting is we're not quite sure -- we're using the term device but we don't really know whether it was powders or liquids, or whatever the case was. ❋ Unknown (2009)

In anticipation of the holidays and upcoming competition from other tablets, Apple also announced that it will start selling the iPad in Wal-Mart tomorrow (the device is already available at Target and Best Buy stores). ❋ Unknown (2010)

Imagining how consumers will actually use the device is an important step in determining whether a company has something to offer on it. ❋ Sarah Rotman Epps (2010)

It's not that a combined multimedia device is a bad idea; it's that Sony thought people wanted that and that they would pay a premium for it. ❋ SVGL (2009)

One of the cutest features of the device is the way it organises your voicemail for you. ❋ Unknown (2009)

In true Snicket fashion, the device is a picture book cum police procedural, with a murder investigation functioning as plot. ❋ Unknown (2010)

One of the first markets expected to use the device is the gas-rich Marcellus Shale, located in the Northeast U.S. ❋ AP (2010)

Om might disagree with this, but take that keyboard and email from BB, the device is almost useless. ❋ Unknown (2009)

Called the Freedom Driver, the device is a miniaturized version of the large, bulky cabinet seen in the video above that Okeke had to wheel around with him wherever he wanted to go. ❋ Unknown (2010)

"This device is the reader's tablet," said Jamie Iannone, president of digital products at Barnes & Noble. ❋ Geoffrey A. Fowler (2010)

The locked-down nature of the device is a price that most people are more that happy to accept. ❋ Unknown (2010)

Using this device is the only way to make sure cooked meat has reached a safe level of doneness. ❋ Unknown (2010)

She asks where the device is and Stefan tells her that Damon has it. ❋ Unknown (2010)

Of course, if this device is a computer any mechanical watch or clock is, too. ❋ Unknown (2009)

According to Gizmodo, the device is the "first portable gaming console designed exclusively for online gaming and MMORPGs." ❋ The Huffington Post (2010)

The most expensive part of the device is the screen, which costs about $60 and is manufactured by E Ink, iSuppli said. ❋ Unknown (2009)

“He'll spend a lot of time [controlling] the border. He may not spend very much time trying to get Mexico to [pay for it]. But it was a great campaign device.” -- [Newt Gingrich] ❋ Expat Chronicles (2016)

[Bob] has a [very small] device. [Too big] a device is a real thing. ❋ Meeja (2017)

1. [Look at that] hot device! 2. [That kid] [Mack] is a device! ❋ Deerga_sid (2005)

[Check out] that device! ❋ D.P.Lipsky (2004)

1) Fandroid: Oh wow you're using an iPhone? don't you know you're just paying for the brand? Fapple: An android? nice [potato quality] snapchat stories you have there. Windows phone user: Hey guys remember me? stop this [devicism] please you don't know how good you have it. 2) Hey that's not fair i can't copy and paste on mobile you're being so devicist. 3) PC elitist: Wow!.. people are still gaming on consoles nowadays? [PS4 and Xbox] ones are just entry level PCs that you can't upgrade and you have to pay for online. PS4 and Xbox users: *bark* *bark* *more incessant barking* Xbox 360 user: I am poor. Switch user: Oh my god they're adding Knack to smash. ❋ Rusty Crumpet (2019)

[Elenor]: I need a device[Alexis]: [Coming up] honey.. ❋ TBV (2008)

[Yeah], he's [missed] most of his [childhood] with all the devicing! ❋ Gorock (2014)

Google has quite a lot of deviceism, even though [Android] is their own OS, they released adding videos to Hangouts [chats] first to [iOS]!!!! ❋ Sup3rR4nd0mC00lGuy (2017)

[Hey kids], watch me [fapulate] my [fapulating device]. ❋ Lazydbird (2021)

[Ronen]: Hey can I borrow your fire device to light this [hash joint] ? Eden: You sure can but you gotta pass me some of that ! Stella: I sell fire devices at my store ! Tourist in [Tel Aviv]: Hey lad, can I borrow your fire device to light my fag? ❋ Kathy Acker (2011)

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