English Dictionary

contrivance

/kənˈtɹaɪ.vəns/

noun

A (mechanical) device to perform a certain task. / A means, such as an elaborate plan or strategy, to accomplish a certain objective. / Something overly artful or artificial.

The inventor showcased his latest contrivance at the technology expo.

意味（1）

A (mechanical) device to perform a certain task.

意味（2）

A means, such as an elaborate plan or strategy, to accomplish a certain objective.

I mean to give something as slight and inexpensive as possible; but I have been so long out of the way of these things, that I am really quite at a loss, and must throw myself on your kindness, as I hope you will be with me, and also Mr. and Mrs. Gooch. You must arrange in such a manner as not to blush for your own contrivances.

意味（3）

Something overly artful or artificial.