Design Definition & Meaning
design
- noun
- the act of working out the form of something (as by making a sketch or outline or plan); "he contributed to the design of a new instrument"
- an arrangement scheme; "the awkward design of the keyboard made operation difficult"; "it was an excellent design for living"; "a plan for seating guests"
- something intended as a guide for making something else; "a blueprint for a house"; "a pattern for a skirt"
- a decorative or artistic work; "the coach had a design on the doors"
- an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions; "his intent was to provide a new translation"; "good intentions are not enough"; "it was created with the conscious aim of answering immediate needs"; "he made no secret of his designs"
- a preliminary sketch indicating the plan for something; "the design of a building"
- the creation of something in the mind
- verb
- make or work out a plan for; devise; "They contrived to murder their boss"; "design a new sales strategy"; "plan an attack"
- plan something for a specific role or purpose or effect; "This room is not designed for work"
- create the design for; create or execute in an artistic or highly skilled manner; "Chanel designed the famous suit"
- make a design of; plan out in systematic, often graphic form; "design a better mousetrap"; "plan the new wing of the museum"
- create designs; "Dupont designs for the house of Chanel"
- conceive or fashion in the mind; invent; "She designed a good excuse for not attending classes that day"
- intend or have as a purpose; "She designed to go far in the world of business"
"Design" in song lyrics
See how design is used in real songs:
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"I'm the promise of my time, architechtual design"
1.4.0. Productions f/ Crunch Lo — So What Now? -
"The poetical architect it's success that I design"
The 49ers f/ Midnight Bully — Regain Control -
"Supreme magnetic, state of mind, guns I design"
9th Prince — Banned from the Radio
Words that rhyme with design
Usage tips for "design"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "design" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for design to find words that pair well.