design

/dɪzˈaɪn/ · 2 syllables

Meaning

noun

the act of working out the form of something (as by making a sketch or outline or plan)
“he contributed to the design of a new instrument”
an arrangement scheme
“the awkward design of the keyboard made operation difficult”
something intended as a guide for making something else
“a blueprint for a house”
a decorative or artistic work
“the coach had a design on the doors”
an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
“his intent was to provide a new translation”
a preliminary sketch indicating the plan for something
“the design of a building”
the creation of something in the mind

verb

make or work out a plan for; devise
“They contrived to murder their boss”
plan something for a specific role or purpose or effect
“This room is not designed for work”
create the design for; create or execute in an artistic or highly skilled manner
“Chanel designed the famous suit”
make a design of; plan out in systematic, often graphic form
“design a better mousetrap”
create designs
“Dupont designs for the house of Chanel”
conceive or fashion in the mind; invent
“She designed a good excuse for not attending classes that day”
intend or have as a purpose
“She designed to go far in the world of business”

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