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design

/dɪˈzaɪn/
Meanings
  • noun

    The arrangement of elements or details in a certain manner, especially to achieve a particular artistic effect; a plan for the construction or manufacture of an intricate object.

    - "The designer created a beautiful design for the new website."
    - "The blueprint is an essential part of the design process."
    - "The interior design of the house was impressive."
  • verb

    To prepare the preliminary sketch or drawing of an object, building, or other structure.

    - "The architect designed a modern building."
    - "The fashion designer sketched out the new collection."
    - "The graphic designer created a logo for the company."
Pronunciation
  1. /dɪˈzaɪn/



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Rhymes
Words rhyming with design
design , divine , constrain , chagrin , recline , entwine
Variants
List of all variants of design that leads to same result
design , designed , designedly , designing , designs , graphic design , graphic designer , intelligent design , interior design , interior designs , by design , co-design , co-designed , co-designer , co-designers , co-designing , co-designs , codesign , codesigned , codesigner , codesigners , codesigning , codesigns , randomized block , randomized block design , randomized blocks
Etymology
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From Old French designe, from designer, to mark out, prepare, sign, from de- 'off' + signare, to sign.

Trivia
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  1. The term 'design' was first used in English in the late 14th century.

  2. The term 'graphic design' was first used in the late 19th century.

  3. The first known use of the term 'user experience' was in a 1993 book by Donald Norman called 'The Design of Everyday Things.'

Related Concepts
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  1. Graphic Design: A form of design that involves the creation of visual content, including images, typography, and layout, to convey information and messages through various media.

  2. User Experience (UX) Design: A design discipline focused on enhancing user satisfaction and experience by improving the usability, accessibility, and functionality of digital products and services.

  3. User Interface (UI) Design: A design discipline focused on creating visually appealing and intuitive interfaces for digital products and services, with a focus on user interaction and experience.

Culture
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Design has been a significant part of human civilization since ancient times, with evidence of decorative arts dating back to the Stone Age. Design plays a crucial role in various aspects of life, including architecture, fashion, graphic design, and product design. It is an essential element of art, communication, and innovation.

How to Memorize "design"

  1. visualize

    - Close your eyes and imagine a beautiful piece of artwork. Visualize the intricate details and colors.
    - Think of a blueprint or a plan for constructing a building. Visualize the different components and their arrangements.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'design' with the word 'creativity'. Think of designing as a process of bringing new ideas to life.
    - Associate the word 'design' with the word 'innovation'. Think of designing as a way to solve problems and improve upon existing solutions.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the acronym D.E.S.I.G.N. to remember the different elements of design: D - Design, E - Elements, S - Space, I - Image, G - Graphics, N - Navigation.

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