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The correct spelling is devising.

How to pronounce devising

verb

Say it like: Dev-isi-ng

The correct spelling is devising. To use one's intellect to plan or design (something). For example: "to devise an argument; to devise a machine, or a new system of writing"

Usage Examples

to devise an argument; to devise a machine, or a new system of writing

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To use one's intellect to plan or design (something).
  2. 2.To leave (property) in a will.
  3. 3.To form a scheme; to lay a plan; to contrive; to consider.
  4. 4.To plan or scheme for; to plot to obtain.
  5. 5.To imagine; to guess.

noun

  1. 1.The act of creating a plan or some object, especially a will

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