Definition of Devise
Devise
de·vise
Definition/Meaning
(verb)
To plan or invent something, especially a clever or original idea.
e.g. The team had to devise a new strategy to meet the tight deadline.
(noun)
the legal act of giving or disposing of real estate by the terms of a will;
e.g. In her will, her mother devised the family vacation home to her grandchildren.
(noun)
(legal terminology, outdated) a will or clause of a will disposing of real estate;
e.g. A devise clause in her grandmother's will gave the family vacation home to her and her cousins.
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