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The secret planning of something illicit or detrimental
“The rebels had to come up with an ambitious design to overthrow the oppressive and fascistic emperor.”
Plural for a plan or drawing of the function or workings of something to be produced
“We were initially not happy with the first design submitted to us, but after some consideration, we changed our minds.”
Plural for a layout or composition
“The design of the new motorway should alleviate traffic congestion and also open a new route to the western suburbs.”
Plural for a pattern usually seen in artwork, or architecture
“These Roman columns boast an intricate design that was carved by hand in ancient times.”
(mass noun) Plural for a goal or set of goals planned ahead of time
“It was an ambitious project but traversing the entire United States on the fourth of July was a design the band had set out to achieve.”
Plural for that by which something is made or how it is supposed to work
“Everybody, by design, is inherently good, but some just fall by the wayside.”
To plan the look and function of a product by making a detailed drawing of it
“The small startup had an idea on how to design a website that was intuitive, responsive, and above all, informative.”
To devise and carry out how something looks and functions
“The architect will design the new city park that will hopefully attract more people to the center.”
To carry out a plan with a specific purpose in mind
“The company will design a new model for off-road use.”
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