1. (

• device

) an instrumentality invented for a particular purpose; "the device is small enough to wear on your wrist"; "a device intended to conserve water" ;

2. (

• device

) something in an artistic work designed to achieve a particular effect ;

3. (

• device ,
• gimmick ,
• twist ,

) any clever maneuver; "he would stoop to any device to win a point"; "it was a great sales gimmick"; "a cheap promotions gimmick for greedy businessmen" ;

4. (

• device ,

) any ornamental pattern or design (as in embroidery) ;

5. (

• device ,

) an emblematic design (especially in heraldry); "he was recognized by the device on his shield" ;