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devise
noun
verb
(law) a gift of real property by will
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dɪˈvaɪz
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noun
(law) a gift of real property by will
noun
A will disposing of real property
verb
Come up with (an idea, plan, explanation, theory, or principle) after a mental effort
“Excogitate a way to measure the speed of light”
verb
Arrange by systematic planning and united effort
“Machinate a plot”
verb
Give by will, especially real property
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Excogitate a way to measure the speed of light
Machinate a plot
Organize a strike
Devise a plan to take over the director's office
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