design
A1Academic AWL-2Frequent NGSL-1UK /dɪˈzaɪn/US /dɪˈzaɪn/
Meaning
noun
the general arrangement of the different parts of something that is made, such as a building, book, machine, etc.
“The basic design of the car is very similar to that of earlier models.”
verb
to decide how something will look, work, etc., by drawing plans, making computer models, etc.
“design something, He designed and built his own house.”
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