design
Translation
to plan, to create, to intend
Examples
She designs clothes for a living.
She designs clothes for a living.
This course is designed for beginners.
This course is designed for beginners.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to plan or create (sth.) She designs clothes.
((sth.)) ((for sb./sth.)) to create (sth.) for a purpose This course is designed for beginners.
Similar Words
Synonyms: create, plan, invent, draw
Etymology
From Latin 'designare' (to mark out), from 'de-' (out) + 'signare' (to mark), from 'signum' (a mark, sign).
Memory Tips
A 'de-SIGN' is a drawing or 'sign' made to show a plan.