v. t.
To devise curious works. Ex. CCTV. 32. [ 1913 Webster ]
Devising schemes to realize his ambitious views. Bancroft. [ 1913 Webster ]
For wisdom is most riches; fools therefore
They are which fortunes do by vows devise. Spenser. [ 1913 Webster ]
v. i. To form a scheme; to lay a plan; to contrive; to consider. [ 1913 Webster ]
I thought, devised, and Pallas heard my prayer. Pope. [ 1913 Webster ]
☞ Devise was formerly followed by of; as, let us devise of ease. Spenser. [ 1913 Webster ]
n. [ OF. devise division, deliberation, wish, will, testament. See Device. ]
Fines upon devises were still exacted. Bancroft. [ 1913 Webster ]
n. Device. See Device. [ Obs. ] [ 1913 Webster ]
n. (Law) One to whom a devise is made, or real estate given by will. [ 1913 Webster ]
n. One who devises. [ 1913 Webster ]