verb
contrive
Contrive (verb) means to invent by an exercise of ingeniosity; to devise.
verb
1
To invent by an exercise of ingeniosity; to devise
2
To invent, to make devices; to form designs especially by improvisation.
3
To project, cast, or set forth, as in a projection of light.
4
To spend (time, or a period).
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Etymology
From Middle English contreve (“to invent”), from Old French controver (Modern French controuver), from trover (“to find”) (French trouver).
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What is the meaning of contrive?
"contrive" (verb) means to invent by an exercise of ingeniosity; to devise.
What are the different meanings of contrive?
"contrive" has 3 main meanings: 1. To invent by an exercise of ingeniosity; to devise; 2. To invent, to make devices; to form designs especially by improvisation; 3. To project, cast, or set forth, as in a projection of light.