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contrivance

noun

/kənˈtraɪ.vəns/

Meaning

a device or plan that is cleverly or artificially created

The clock was an intricate contrivance of gears and springs.

device, gadget, invention, mechanism, scheme

simplicity, naturalness

ingenious contrivance, mechanical contrivance, clever contrivance, elaborate contrivance

A container used for boiling water, typically with a lid, spout, and handle

A sum of money sent, especially by mail or electronic transfer, as payment or gift.

The discipline that guides how we prepare, equip and support individuals, teams and organizations in...

a manuscript or document that has been written over but still bears traces of earlier writing; somet...

An association of several companies or organizations formed to undertake an enterprise beyond the re...

Special honor, respect, or tribute shown publicly.