device
English Thesaurus
1. any clever maneuver (noun.act)
| hyponym | : | mnemonic, |
| definition | : | a device (such as a rhyme or acronym) used to aid recall (noun.act) |
| hyponym | : | fast one, trick, |
| definition | : | a cunning or deceitful action or device (noun.act) |
2. an instrumentality invented for a particular purpose (noun.artifact)
| hypernym | : | instrumentality, instrumentation, |
| definition | : | an artifact (or system of artifacts) that is instrumental in accomplishing some end (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | acoustic device, |
| definition | : | a device for amplifying or transmitting sound (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | adapter, adaptor, |
| definition | : | device that enables something to be used in a way different from that for which it was intended or makes different pieces of apparatus compatible (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | afterburner, |
| definition | : | a device injects fuel into a hot exhaust for extra thrust (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | agglomerator, |
| definition | : | a device that causes material to gather into rounded balls (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | aerofoil, airfoil, control surface, surface, |
| definition | : | a device that provides reactive force when in motion relative to the surrounding air; can lift or control a plane in flight (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | applicator, applier, |
| definition | : | a device for applying a substance (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | aspergill, aspersorium, |
| definition | : | a short-handled device with a globe containing a sponge; used for sprinkling holy water (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | bait, decoy, lure, |
| definition | : | something used to lure fish or other animals into danger so they can be trapped or killed (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | billiard marker, |
| definition | : | a device for keeping the score in a game of billiards (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | blower, |
| definition | : | a device that produces a current of air (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | bootjack, |
| definition | : | has V-shaped notch for pulling off boots (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | breathalyser, breathalyzer, |
| definition | : | a device that measures chemicals (especially the alcohol content) in a person's expired breath (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | bubbler, |
| definition | : | any of various devices in which air or some other gas is bubbled through a liquid (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | buffer, fender, |
| definition | : | a cushion-like device that reduces shock due to an impact (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | catapult, launcher, |
| definition | : | a device that launches aircraft from a warship (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | clip-on, |
| definition | : | a device (as an earring, sunglasses, microphone etc.) that is attached by clips (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | comb, |
| definition | : | a flat device with narrow pointed teeth on one edge; disentangles or arranges hair (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | conductor, |
| definition | : | a device designed to transmit electricity, heat, etc. (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | converter, convertor, |
| definition | : | a device for changing one substance or form or state into another (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | corer, |
| definition | : | a device for removing the core from apples (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | crusher, |
| definition | : | a device that crushes something (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | cryptograph, |
| definition | : | a device for deciphering codes and ciphers (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | cutoff, |
| definition | : | a device that terminates the flow in a pipe (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | dampener, moistener, |
| definition | : | a device that dampens or moistens something (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | damper, muffler, |
| definition | : | a device that decreases the amplitude of electronic, mechanical, acoustical, or aerodynamic oscillations (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | deflector, |
| definition | : | a device intended to turn aside the flow of something (water or air or smoke etc) (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | dental appliance, |
| definition | : | a device to repair teeth or replace missing teeth (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | depressor, |
| definition | : | a device used by physician to press a part down or aside (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | detector, sensing element, sensor, |
| definition | : | any device that receives a signal or stimulus (as heat or pressure or light or motion etc.) and responds to it in a distinctive manner (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | diestock, |
| definition | : | a device that holds the dies that cut external threads on metal cylinders (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | drive, |
| definition | : | (computer science) a device that writes data onto or reads data from a storage medium (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | elastic device, |
| definition | : | any flexible device that will return to its original shape when stretched (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | electrical device, |
| definition | : | a device that produces or is powered by electricity (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | electronic device, |
| definition | : | a device that accomplishes its purpose electronically (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | energiser, energizer, |
| definition | : | a device that supplies electrical energy (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | exercise device, |
| definition | : | a device designed to provide exercise for the user (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | explosive device, |
| definition | : | device that bursts with sudden violence from internal energy (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | fan, |
| definition | : | a device for creating a current of air by movement of a surface or surfaces (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | filter, |
| definition | : | device that removes something from whatever passes through it (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | flare, |
| definition | : | a device that produces a bright light for warning or illumination or identification (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | fumigator, |
| definition | : | a device that generates a gas for the purpose of disinfecting or eradicating pests (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | gas fixture, |
| definition | : | a device to convey illuminating gas from the pipe to the gas burner (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | groover, |
| definition | : | a device that makes grooves by cutting or punching (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | heater, warmer, |
| definition | : | device that heats water or supplies warmth to a room (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | heat exchanger, |
| definition | : | device that transfers heat from one liquid to another without allowing them to mix (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | holding device, |
| definition | : | a device for holding something (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | horn, |
| definition | : | a device having the shape of a horn (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | foil, hydrofoil, |
| definition | : | a device consisting of a flat or curved piece (as a metal plate) so that its surface reacts to the water it is passing through (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | imprint, |
| definition | : | a device produced by pressure on a surface (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | indicator, |
| definition | : | a device for showing the operating condition of some system (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | instrument, |
| definition | : | a device that requires skill for proper use (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | interrupter, |
| definition | : | a device for automatically interrupting an electric current (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | jig, |
| definition | : | a device that holds a piece of machine work and guides the tools operating on it (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | key, |
| definition | : | metal device shaped in such a way that when it is inserted into the appropriate lock the lock's mechanism can be rotated (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | keyboard, |
| definition | : | device consisting of a set of keys on a piano or organ or typewriter or typesetting machine or computer or the like (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | kinetoscope, |
| definition | : | a device invented by Edison that gave an impression of movement as an endless loop of film moved continuously over a light source with a rapid shutter; precursor of the modern motion picture (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | doorknocker, knocker, rapper, |
| definition | : | a device (usually metal and ornamental) attached by a hinge to a door (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | lift, |
| definition | : | a device worn in a shoe or boot to make the wearer look taller or to correct a shortened leg (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | lifting device, |
| definition | : | a device for lifting heavy loads (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | machine, |
| definition | : | any mechanical or electrical device that transmits or modifies energy to perform or assist in the performance of human tasks (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | magnet, |
| definition | : | (physics) a device that attracts iron and produces a magnetic field (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | mechanism, |
| definition | : | device consisting of a piece of machinery; has moving parts that perform some function (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | instrument, musical instrument, |
| definition | : | any of various devices or contrivances that can be used to produce musical tones or sounds (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | nest egg, |
| definition | : | device consisting of an artificial egg left in a nest to induce hens to lay their eggs in it (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | noisemaker, |
| definition | : | a device (such as a clapper or bell or horn) used to make a loud noise at a celebration (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | optical device, |
| definition | : | a device for producing or controlling light (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | override, |
| definition | : | a manually operated device to correct the operation of an automatic device (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | paper feed, |
| definition | : | a device for inserting sheets of paper into a printer or typewriter (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | peeler, |
| definition | : | a device for peeling vegetables or fruits (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | pick, plectron, plectrum, |
| definition | : | a small thin device (of metal or plastic or ivory) used to pluck a stringed instrument (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | power takeoff, pto, |
| definition | : | a device that transfers power from an engine (as in a tractor or other motor vehicle) to another piece of equipment (as to a pump or jackhammer) (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | goad, prod, |
| definition | : | a pointed instrument that is used to prod into a state of motion (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | autocue, prompter, |
| definition | : | a device that displays words for people to read (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | pull, |
| definition | : | a device used for pulling something (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | reflector, |
| definition | : | device that reflects radiation (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | button, release, |
| definition | : | a device that when pressed will release part of a mechanism (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | remote, remote control, |
| definition | : | a device that can be used to control a machine or apparatus from a distance (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | reset, |
| definition | : | device for resetting instruments or controls (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | constraint, restraint, |
| definition | : | a device that retards something's motion (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | router, |
| definition | : | (computer science) a device that forwards data packets between computer networks (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | runner, |
| definition | : | device consisting of the parts on which something can slide along (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | scratcher, |
| definition | : | a device used for scratching (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | shoehorn, |
| definition | : | a device used for easing the foot into a shoe (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | shoetree, |
| definition | : | a wooden or metal device that is inserted into a shoe to preserve its shape when it is not being worn (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | shooting stick, |
| definition | : | device that resembles a spiked walking stick but the top opens into a seat (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | shredder, |
| definition | : | a device that shreds documents (usually in order to prevent the wrong people from reading them) (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | signaling device, |
| definition | : | a device used to send signals (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | snowshoe, |
| definition | : | a device to help you walk on deep snow; a lightweight frame shaped like a racquet is strengthened with cross pieces and contains a network of thongs; one is worn on each foot (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | sounder, |
| definition | : | a device for making soundings (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | source of illumination, |
| definition | : | any device serving as a source of visible electromagnetic radiation (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | stemmer, |
| definition | : | a device for removing stems from fruit (as from grapes or apples) (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | straightener, |
| definition | : | a device for straightening (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | stylus, |
| definition | : | a sharp pointed device attached to the cartridge of a record player (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | suction cup, |
| definition | : | a cup-shaped device (made of rubber, glass, or plastic) that produces a partial vacuum; used to adhere or draw something to a surface (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | support, |
| definition | : | any device that bears the weight of another thing (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | sweatbox, |
| definition | : | a device that causes tobacco leaves or fruit or hides to sweat (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | synchroflash, |
| definition | : | a device used in photography to synchronize the peak of a flash with the opening of the camera shutter (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | take-up, |
| definition | : | any of various devices for reducing slack (as in a sewing machine) or taking up motion (as in a loom) (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | teaser, |
| definition | : | a device for teasing wool (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | tilter, |
| definition | : | a device for emptying a cask by tilting it without disturbing the dregs (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | pair of tongs, tongs, |
| definition | : | any of various devices for taking hold of objects; usually have two hinged legs with handles above and pointed hooks below (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | toy, |
| definition | : | a device regarded as providing amusement (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | trap, |
| definition | : | a device in which something (usually an animal) can be caught and penned (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | trigger, |
| definition | : | a device that activates or releases or causes something to happen (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | valve, |
| definition | : | device in a brass wind instrument for varying the length of the air column to alter the pitch of a tone (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | vaporiser, vaporizer, |
| definition | : | a device that puts out a substance in the form of a vapor (especially for medicinal inhalation) (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | ventilator, |
| definition | : | a device (such as a fan) that introduces fresh air or expels foul air (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | washboard, |
| definition | : | device consisting of a corrugated surface to scrub clothes on (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | water cooler, |
| definition | : | a device for cooling and dispensing drinking water (noun.artifact) |
3. an emblematic design (especially in heraldry) (noun.artifact)
| hypernym | : | emblem, |
| definition | : | special design or visual object representing a quality, type, group, etc. (noun.artifact) |
| hyponym | : | union, |
| definition | : | a device on a national flag emblematic of the union of two or more sovereignties (typically in the upper inner corner) (noun.artifact) |
| domain category | : | heraldry, |
| definition | : | the study and classification of armorial bearings and the tracing of genealogies (noun.cognition) |
4. any ornamental pattern or design (as in embroidery) (noun.artifact)
| hyponym | : | seal, stamp, |
| definition | : | a device incised to make an impression; used to secure a closing or to authenticate documents (noun.artifact) |
5. something in an artistic work designed to achieve a particular effect (noun.communication)
| hypernym | : | expressive style, style, |
| definition | : | a way of expressing something (in language or art or music etc.) that is characteristic of a particular person or group of people or period (noun.communication) |
| hyponym | : | conceit, |
| definition | : | an artistic device or effect (noun.communication) |
| hyponym | : | rhetorical device, |
| definition | : | a use of language that creates a literary effect (but often without regard for literal significance) (noun.communication) |
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