devise

1 a will disposing of real property

2 (law) a gift of real property by will

1 come up with (an idea, plan, explanation, theory, or priciple) after a mental effort; "excogitate a way to measure the speed of light" [syn: invent, contrive, excogitate, formulate, forge]

2 arrange by systematic planning and united effort; "machinate a plot"; "organize a strike"; "devise a plan to take over the director's office" [syn: organize, organise, prepare, get up, machinate]

3 give by will, especially real property

see Devise

English

Etymology

• From devisare, frequentative of devidere.

Pronunciation

• Rhymes: -aɪz

Verb

1. To use the intellect to plan or design something.
2. To leave property in a will.

Translations

Noun

1. the act of leaving real property in a will
2. such a will, or a clause in such a will
3. the real property left in such a will

See also

• device

Devise may refer to:

• To invent something
• A disposition of real property in a will

See also

• Device
• Devizes (town in Wiltshire in England)

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