devising

American  

[dih-vahy-zing] / dɪˈvaɪ zɪŋ /

noun

1. the act or process of planning, inventing, or contriving (often used attributively).

   The devising, manufacturing, and distributing of antimalaria supplies and equipment was critical to the army’s success.

   The devising of a phonemic writing system has posed problems since the earliest times.

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Etymology

Origin of devising

devis(e) ( def. ) + -ing ¹ ( def. )

Example Sentences

The Lib Dems said the new Department for Growth would have responsibility for setting taxes, devising growth strategy, deciding on strategic national infrastructure projects and setting rules on public spending.

From BBC • Feb. 11, 2026

By devising a tax-efficient and multifaceted distribution strategy.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 27, 2026

Officials also are devising more modest options, which could include targeting Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps facilities.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 20, 2026

The official was reported to have been involved in devising Japan's security policy.

From Barron's • Dec. 21, 2025

News of Savery’s engine reached the landgrave of Hesse, and Papin was put to work devising a high-pressure steam pump.

From "The Invention of Science" by David Wootton

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