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contrivance in Dutch

contrivance in Dutch is vernuft, vindingrijkheid — contrivance means a (mechanical) device to perform a certain task.

contrivance in Dutch

vernuft
noun
Something overly artful or artificial.
vindingrijkheid
noun
Something overly artful or artificial.

What does "contrivance" mean?

  1. noun A (mechanical) device to perform a certain task.
  2. noun A means, such as an elaborate plan or strategy, to accomplish a certain objective.
  3. noun Something overly artful or artificial.
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What is "contrivance" in Dutch?

"contrivance" in Dutch is vernuft, vindingrijkheid. contrivance means: A (mechanical) device to perform a certain task.

Are there other ways to say "contrivance" in Dutch?

Yes — Dutch has 2 translations listed for "contrivance": vernuft, vindingrijkheid.

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