Hyphenation of device

Wondering how to hyphenate the English word device ? This word can be hyphenated and contains 2 syllables as shown below.

de-vice

Definitions of device :

1.
An instrumentality invented for a particular purpose
The device is small enough to wear on your wrist A device intended to conserve water
2.
Something in an artistic work designed to achieve a particular effect
3.
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.
Any ornamental pattern or design (as in embroidery)
5.
An emblematic design (especially in heraldry)
He was recognized by the device on his shield

Synonyms of device :

noun instrumentality, instrumentation
nounexpressive style, style
noun gimmick, twist, maneuver, manoeuvre, tactical maneuver, tactical manoeuvre
noun design, pattern, figure
noun emblem

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