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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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