Device word meaning and definition
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Meaning and definition for "device" word
[noun]
[noun] an emblematic design (especially in heraldry); "he was recognized by the device on his shield"
[noun] any ornamental pattern or design (as in embroidery)
[noun] something in an artistic work designed to achieve a particular effect
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(a) An emblematic design, generally consisting of one or more figures with a motto, used apart from heraldic bearings to denote the historical situation, the ambition, or the desire of the person adopting it. See {Cognizance}.
(b) Improperly, an heraldic bearing. Knights-errant used to distinguish themselves by devices on their shields. --Addison. A banner with this strange device - Excelsior. --Longfellow. 4. Anything fancifully conceived. --Shak. 5. A spectacle or show. [Obs.] --Beau. & Fl. 6. Opinion; decision. [Obs.] --Rom. of R. Syn: Contrivance; invention; design; scheme; project; stratagem; shift. Usage: -- {Device}, {Contrivance}. Device implies more of inventive power, and contrivance more of skill and dexterity in execution. A device usually has reference to something worked out for exhibition or show; a contrivance usually respects the arrangement or disposition of things with reference to securing some end. Devices were worn by knights-errant on their shields; contrivances are generally used to promote the practical convenience of life. The word device is often used in a bad sense; as, a crafty device; contrivance is almost always used in a good sense; as, a useful contrivance.
Synonyms for device
gimmick, twist
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Let's analyse "device" as pure text. This string has Six letters in Two syllables and Three vowels. 50% of vowels is 11.4% more then average English word. Written in backwards: ECIVED. Average typing speed for these characters is 1680 milliseconds. [info]
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Numerology Hearts desire number calculated from vowels:
device: 5 + 9 + 5 = 19, reduced: 1 . and the final result is One. |
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