Contrivance

usgb/kənˈtraɪvəns/
noun

Something created or used to solve a problem or do a task.

The new company aimed to create contrivances for challenges faced in the technology sector.
Visual representation of "contrivance" - Something created or used to solve a problem or do a task

Often appears as...

  • clever contrivance
  • mechanical contrivance
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Practical Tool

Refers to physical objects designed to perform tasks or solve issues.

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She used a simple contrivance to open the stuck jar.
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Innovation Emphasis

Highlights the inventive aspect of an item used for specific purposes.

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His homemade contrivance for peeling vegetables was quite innovative.
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Not Always Complex

Can imply simple inventions, not necessarily complicated gadgets.

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The farmer's contrivance for watering plants saved him hours.
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