The Clue
Work out (6 letter answer)
The Answer
DEVISE
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Notes
The answer DEVISE is rarely seen, appearing only about once every 1200 puzzles.
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Definition
DEVISE as a noun:
1. a will disposing of real property
2. (law) a gift of real property by will
DEVISE as a verb:
1. (invent, contrive, devise, excogitate, formulate, forge) = come up with (an idea, plan, explanation, theory, or principle) after a mental effort; "excogitate a way to measure the speed of light"
2. (organize, organise, prepare, devise, get up, machinate) = arrange by systematic planning and united effort; "machinate a plot"; "organize a strike"; "devise a plan to take over the director's office"
3. give by will, especially real property