devisal


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devisal

(dɪˈvaɪzəl)
n
the act of inventing, contriving, or devising; contrivance
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devisal

the act of devising or bequeathing real property (as contrasted with personal property). Cf. devise.
See also: Property and Ownership
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Noun1.devisal - the act of devising something
invention - the act of inventing
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is concerned, all that remains is the devisal of the most cost-effective means by which to extract the platinum.
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He favored the devisal of a retreat plan, but solely after providing the necessary guardsmen, so that everything could be done in observance of all necessary safety precautions.