Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Device.
How to pronounce device:
US
Device - as a noun
An instrumentality invented for a particular purpose
Example: "The device is small enough to wear on your wrist"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
instrumentalityinstrumentationmeansHyponyms (Broadly Related)
acoustic deviceadapteradaptorafterburner
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Something in an artistic work designed to achieve a particular effect
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
expressive stylestyleHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Any clever maneuver
Example: "He would stoop to any device to win a point"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
gimmicktwistHypernyms (Closely Related)
maneuvermanoeuvretactical maneuvertactical manoeuvreHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"She used a tracking device to locate her stolen car."
"He relies on a hearing device to amplify sounds."
"The invention of the printing device revolutionized the spread of knowledge."
"The doctor recommended using a breathing device for sleep apnea."
"The detectives found several spying devices hidden in the room."
Word Game Points
Is DEVICE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, device is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
DEVICE has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.
Is DEVICE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, device is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordDEVICE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.
Is DEVICE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, device is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordDEVICE has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.
