devise


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Synonyms for devise

Collins Thesaurus of the English Language – Complete and Unabridged 2nd Edition. 2002 © HarperCollins Publishers 1995, 2002

Synonyms for devise

to use ingenuity in making, developing, or achieving

to give (property) to another person after one's death

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Synonyms for devise

a will disposing of real property

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(law) a gift of real property by will

come up with (an idea, plan, explanation, theory, or principle) after a mental effort

arrange by systematic planning and united effort

give by will, especially real property

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The majority opinion "doubted whether the proponents of the amendment considered its effect as related to the prohibition against the devise of homesteads" but concluded that the language of Art.
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He asked oppositions parties to devise a collective plan to oust the government of Prime Minister Imran Khan.
Le systAaAaAeA?me de change actuel fait que Bank Al-Maghrib satisfait l'ensemb des besoins en devises des opAaAaAeA@rateurs, sans limite et sans aucun ajusteme sur les prix.
As for the speed limiting devise, that too may soon be made mandatory for the vehicle pool aswell.
SHE Outdoor Apparel, designers and producers of women's outdoor clothing, selected Chevalier to devise a comprehensive PR program that will enhance sales and distribution channels, as well as develop an effective website presence.
A COMPREHENSIVE genetic research project aimed at reducing obesity is examining the DNA of more than 13,000 individuals to devise a long-term dietary anti-obesity plan.
To devise a clot-stopping stent coating, the researchers anchored the copper catalyst to certain areas of the coating.
The new regulations not only put pressure on the oil industry to devise a much cleaner diesel fuel, but forced automakers to deal with a dual set of emission regulations that required one level of cleanliness for national distribution and yet another more stringent standard to sell vehicles in the critical state of California, as well as several East Coast states that followed that state's lead.
Whenever an incision is made in the ceiling plane, the resultant cut-out folds down or across and becomes a functioning devise.
* Devise practice/technique contracts, charts and contests.
One group, chaired by Archdeacon Eileen Apetagon of the diocese of Keewatin, will suggest candidates for a selection committee, devise a selection process, and develop terms of reference and a job description.