devise in WordNet English dictionary

1. come up with (an idea, plan, explanation, theory, or principle) after a mental effort
   "excogitate a way to measure the speed of light"
   invent  contrive  devise  excogitate  formulate  forge 
   
2. arrange by systematic planning and united effort
   "machinate a plot"; "organize a strike"; "devise a plan to take over the director's office"
   organize  organise  prepare  devise  get up  machinate 
   
3. give by will, especially real property
   devise 
   

1. (law) a gift of real property by will
   devise 
   
2. a will disposing of real property
   devise