Dictionary Check: devise

"devise" is a valid word!

Scrabble 10 points
Words with Friends 11 points

Definition

noun

a will disposing of real property

noun

(law) a gift of real property by will

verb

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

Example: "excogitate a way to measure the speed of light"
verb

arrange by systematic planning and united effort

Example: "machinate a plot"
verb

give by will, especially real property

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