Synonyms: twist, gimmick, device
Definition: any clever maneuver
Usage: he would stoop to any device to win a point; it was a great sales gimmick; a cheap promotions gimmick for greedy businessmen
Similar words: maneuver, manoeuvre, tactical maneuver, tactical manoeuvre
Definition: a move made to gain a tactical end
Synonyms: device
Definition: an instrumentality invented for a particular purpose
Usage: the device is small enough to wear on your wrist; a device intended to conserve water
Similar words: instrumentality, instrumentation
Definition: an artifact (or system of artifacts) that is instrumental in accomplishing some end
Synonyms: device
Definition: an emblematic design (especially in heraldry)
Usage: he was recognized by the device on his shield
Similar words: emblem
Definition: special design or visual object representing a quality, type, group, etc.
Synonyms: device
Definition: any ornamental pattern or design (as in embroidery)
Similar words: design, figure, pattern
Definition: a decorative or artistic work
Usage: the coach had a design on the doors
Synonyms: device
Definition: something in an artistic work designed to achieve a particular effect
Similar words: 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
Usage: all the reporters were expected to adopt the style of the newspaper