design

/dɪzˈa‍ɪn/

/dɪˈzaɪn/

[verb] [noun]

to design

[VERB]

MAIN VERB

to make drawings according to which something will be constructed or produced

make or work out a plan for; devise

synonyms : contrive

plan

project

plan something for a specific role or purpose or effect

make a design of; plan out in systematic, often graphic form

synonyms : plan

intend or have as a purpose

create designs

conceive or fashion in the mind; invent

Design

[NOUN]

the act or process of drawing or making an outline or sketch in order to show how something works or how it is built

synonyms : designing

a pattern of shapes and lines as a decoration

synonyms : figure

pattern

a preparatory sketch or drawing that shows how something works or how it looks after being completed

an arrangement scheme

synonyms : plan

a plan or drawing according to which something is made

synonyms : blueprint

pattern

an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions

synonyms : aim

intent

intention

purpose

the creation of something in the mind

synonyms : conception

excogitation

innovation

invention

Examples

1. The beginners' Spanish course is designed for students at the A2 level.

2. The logo of the company was designed with a striking diamond outline.

3. The design is very basic.

4. The decorations were specially designed for the wedding reception.

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