Definition of design

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  • design is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 8
  • design is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 8
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Definition of design

  • something intended as a guide for making something else (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. blueprint
    2. pattern
  • a decorative or artistic work (noun)

    Examples

    1. the coach had a design on the doors

    Synonyms

    1. figure
    2. pattern
  • an arrangement scheme (noun)

    Examples

    1. the awkward design of the keyboard made operation difficult
    2. it was an excellent design for living

    Synonyms

    1. plan
  • an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions (noun)

    Examples

    1. he made no secret of his designs

    Synonyms

    1. aim
    2. intent
    3. intention
    4. purpose
  • the creation of something in the mind (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. conception
    2. excogitation
    3. innovation
    4. invention
  • make or work out a plan for; devise (verb)

    Examples

    1. design a new sales strategy

    Synonyms

    1. contrive
    2. plan
    3. project
  • the act of working out the form of something (as by making a sketch or outline or plan) (noun)

    Examples

    1. he contributed to the design of a new instrument

    Synonyms

    1. designing
  • make a design of; plan out in systematic, often graphic form (verb)

    Examples

    1. design a better mousetrap

    Synonyms

    1. plan
  • a preliminary sketch indicating the plan for something (noun)

    Examples

    1. the design of a building
  • conceive or fashion in the mind; invent (verb)

    Examples

    1. She designed a good excuse for not attending classes that day
  • create designs (verb)

    Examples

    1. Dupont designs for the house of Chanel
  • create the design for; create or execute in an artistic or highly skilled manner (verb)

    Examples

    1. Chanel designed the famous suit
  • intend or have as a purpose (verb)

    Examples

    1. She designed to go far in the world of business
  • plan something for a specific role or purpose or effect (verb)

    Examples

    1. This room is not designed for work

See definition of design in Merriam Webster