CEFR A2

device

noun

Meaning

A thing made or used for a particular purpose, especially a piece of mechanical or electronic equipment.

Examples

This new medical device can help doctors diagnose diseases.
Please turn off all electronic devices before the movie starts.

Synonyms: tool, gadget, apparatus, instrument

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device (A2)

noun

Pronunciation: /dɪˈvaɪs/

Definition

A thing made or used for a particular purpose, especially a piece of mechanical or electronic equipment.

Examples

This new medical device can help doctors diagnose diseases.
Please turn off all electronic devices before the movie starts.
The kitchen has many useful devices for cooking and baking.

How to Use device

device for (prepositional phrase): A device that is used to do a specific task. — "This is a device for cleaning windows."
device to (prepositional phrase): A device that is designed or intended to achieve a specific goal. — "He invented a device to help people sleep better."

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