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device

US /dɪˈvaɪs/

noun Core · B1 Công nghệ & kỹ thuật

Definition

an instrumentality invented for a particular purpose

Tested in TOEIC business and workplace contexts.

Examples

Please turn off every electronic device before the plane takes off.

Synonyms

  • appliancea device or control that is very useful for a particular job
  • gadgeta device or control that is very useful for a particular job

Collocations

  • Easy smart mobile device
    to smart mobile device, meaning to be the source of pain
  • Medium medical device manufacturer approval
    describing medical device manufacturer approval (a thorough physical examination; includes a variety of tests depending on the age and sex and health of the person)
  • Hard security device preventing unauthorized entry
    describing security device preventing unauthorized entry (the state of being free from danger or injury)
  • Very Hard left to one's own devices to solve dilemma
    to left to one's own devices to solve dilemma, meaning to go away from a place

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