devices
|de-vi-ces|
B1
/dɪˈvaɪsɪz/
(device)
tool or equipment
Etymology
Etymology Information
'device' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'devis,' where 'devis' meant 'division or separation.'
Historical Evolution
'devis' transformed into the Middle English word 'devise,' and eventually became the modern English word 'device.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'division or separation,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'an object or machine invented for a particular purpose.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
an object or machine that has been invented for a particular purpose.
Smartphones are versatile devices used for communication and entertainment.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45