Device (Noun)
Meaning 1
Something in an artistic work designed to achieve a particular effect.
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Hypernyms
Meaning 2
An instrumentality invented for a particular purpose; "the device is small enough to wear on your wrist"; "a device intended to conserve water".
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Hypernyms
Hyponyms
- Vaporiser
- Constraint
- Rapper
- Gadget
- Convertor
- Throwing Board
- Ignition Interlock
- Contraption
- Reinforcement
- Dart Thrower
- Feeder
- Breathalyser
- Launcher
- Battery Charger
- Safety
- Gismo
- PTO
- Robot Pilot
- Energiser
- Ventilator
- Gizmo
- Preventative
- Spear Thrower
- Birth Control Device
- Contrivance
- Adaptor
- Pair Of Tongs
- Lure
- Aerofoil
- Control Surface
- Warning Device
- Asphyxiator
- Sensing Element
- Goad
- Doorknocker
- Foil
- Breathing Machine
- Breathing Apparatus
- Drop Press
- Aspersorium
- Warmer
- Autocue
- Moistener
- Button
- Alarm System
- Convenience
- Extinguisher
- Birdfeeder
- Muffler
- Automatic Pilot
- Surface
- Light
- Contraceptive Device
- Stabiliser
- Safety Device
- Igniter
- Plectrum
- Fender
- Storage Device
- Pacifier
- Preventive
- Plectron
- Decoy
- Ignitor
- Prophylactic Device
- Restorative
- Drop Hammer
- Widget
- Applier
- Sensor
- Instrument
- Baby's Dummy
- Remote
- Teething Ring
Meaning 3
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".
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
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Hypernyms
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Meaning 4
An emblematic design (especially in heraldry); "he was recognized by the device on his shield".
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.