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WIKTIONARY
design
Noun
∙
A plan (with more or less detail) for the structure and functions of an artifact, building or system.
∙
A pattern, as an element of a work of art or architecture.
∙
The composition of a work of art.
∙
Intention or plot.
∙
The shape or appearance given to an object, especially one that is intended to make it more attractive.
∙
The art of designing
Verb
∙
To plan and carry out (a picture, work of art, construction etc.). [from 17th c.]
transitive
∙
To plan (
to
do something).
obsolete, intransitive
∙
To assign, appoint (something
to
someone); to designate. [16th-19th c.]
obsolete, transitive
∙
To mark out and exhibit; to designate; to indicate; to show; to point out; to appoint.
obsolete, transitive