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contrivances

The correct spelling is contrivances.

How to pronounce contrivances

noun

Say it like: Con-tri-van-ses

The correct spelling is contrivances. A (mechanical) device to perform a certain task

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Definition

noun

  1. 1.A (mechanical) device to perform a certain task
  2. 2.A means, such as an elaborate plan or strategy, to accomplish a certain objective
  3. 3.Something overly artful or artificial

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