English dictionary
design
nounPronunciation
dɪˈzaɪn
Audio pronunciation
Parts of speech
Definitions
noun
- the act of working out the form of something (as by making a sketch or outline or plan)
noun
- a decorative or artistic work
noun
- a preliminary sketch indicating the plan for something
noun
- the creation of something in the mind
noun
- an arrangement scheme
noun
- something intended as a guide for making something else
noun
- an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
verb
- intend or have as a purpose
verb
- plan something for a specific role or purpose or effect
verb
- conceive or fashion in the mind; invent
verb
- make or work out a plan for; devise
verb
- create the design for; create or execute in an artistic or highly skilled manner
verb
- create designs
Example sentences
he contributed to the design of a new instrument
the coach had a design on the doors
the design of a building
the awkward design of the keyboard made operation difficult
it was an excellent design for living
a plan for seating guests
a blueprint for a house
a pattern for a skirt
his intent was to provide a new translation
good intentions are not enough
it was created with the conscious aim of answering immediate needs
he made no secret of his designs
She designed to go far in the world of business
This room is not designed for work
She designed a good excuse for not attending classes that day
They contrived to murder their boss
design a new sales strategy
plan an attack
Chanel designed the famous suit
Dupont designs for the house of Chanel