Meaning of the word devise in English

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devise

US /dɪˈvaɪz/
UK /dɪˈvaɪz/
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Verb

1.

plan or invent (a complex procedure, system, or mechanism) by careful thought

Example:
Scientists are trying to devise a new way to combat climate change.
She devised a clever plan to escape.
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