1. device - noun
· an instrumentality invented for a particular purpose; "the device is small enough to wear on your wrist"; "a device intended to conserve water"
Hypernym(s): instrumentality, instrumentation
2. device - noun
· something in an artistic work designed to achieve a particular effect
Hypernym(s): expressive_style, style
3. device - noun
· any clever maneuver; "he would stoop to any device to win a point"; "it was a great sales gimmick"; "a cheap promotions gimmick for greedy businessmen"
Hypernym(s): maneuver, manoeuvre, tactical_maneuver, tactical_manoeuvre
4. device - noun
· any ornamental pattern or design (as in embroidery)
Hypernym(s): design, pattern, figure
5. device - noun
· an emblematic design (especially in heraldry); "he was recognized by the device on his shield"
Hypernym(s): emblem
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