uppfinna — meaning in English

English meaning

• devise verb To work out or invent a plan, method, or system through careful thought.
• invent verb To create or design something new that didn't exist before.

Senses

uppfinna is used for these senses in English:

• devise (transitive) To use one’s intellect to plan or design (something).

devise — full definition

1. verb To work out or invent a plan, method, or system through careful thought.
2. verb To leave real estate to someone in a will.

invent — full definition

1. verb To create or design something new that didn't exist before.
2. verb To make up a fictional story or excuse.

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