Devices — synonyms, definition

1. devices (Noun)

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devices (Noun) — An inclination or desire; used in the plural in the phrase 'left to your own devices'. ex. "eventually the family left the house to the devices of this malevolent force" ex. "the children were left to their own devices"

devices (Noun) — An instrumentality invented for a particular purpose. ex. "the device is small enough to wear on your wrist" ex. "a device intended to conserve water"

devices (Noun) — Something in an artistic work designed to achieve a particular effect.

devices (Noun) — Any clever manoeuvre. ex. "he would stoop to any device to win a point"

devices (Noun) — Any ornamental pattern or design (as in embroidery).

devices (Noun) — (heraldry) an emblematic design (especially in heraldry). ex. "he was recognized by the device on his shield"

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