Topic: DESIGN
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1 the art or process of making a drawing of something to show how you will make it or what it will look like :
The new plane is in its final design stage.
the design process
the design team
computer-aided design
process of planning
[uncountable]
The new plane is in its final design stage.
the design process
the design team
computer-aided design2 the way that something has been planned and made, including its appearance, how it works etc :
The car's design has been greatly improved.
Some changes have been made to the computer's basic design.
arrangement of parts
[uncountable and countable]
The car's design has been greatly improved.
Some changes have been made to the computer's basic design.3 a pattern for decorating something :
a floral design
Vinyl flooring is available in a wide range of designs.
pattern
[countable]
a floral design
Vinyl flooring is available in a wide range of designs.4 a drawing that shows how something will be made or what it will look like
drawing
[countable]5 a plan that someone has in their mind
intention
[uncountable and countable]6 to want something for yourself, especially because it will bring you money :
Several developers have designs on the property.
have designs on something
Several developers have designs on the property.7 to want a sexual relationship with someone :
He had designs on her.
have designs on somebody
formal
He had designs on her.
