Designing

/dɪˈzaɪnɪŋ/

Meaning & Definition

noun
the art or process of creating a design.
Her job involves designing for various clients across the industry.
a plan or drawing produced to show the look and function of something before it is made.
The architect's designing of the building was innovative and practical.
verb
the act of creating or developing a plan or design for something.
She is designing a new logo for the company.
the process of deciding how something will look or function.
He is designing a user-friendly interface for the software.
to create or fashion according to a particular plan or purpose.
They are designing a new apartment complex to accommodate families.

Etymology

From Middle French 'designer', from Latin 'designare' meaning 'to mark out, devise'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

designing a plan
Creating a structured approach to achieve a goal.
designing for success
Planning with the intention of achieving a successful outcome.

Related Words

designer
A person who plans the form or structure of something.
design
A plan or drawing produced to show the look and function of an object.

Slang Meanings

To concoct or devise something in a clever or intricate way.
He was just designing ways to avoid work.
To create something stylish or visually appealing.
She always knows how to design her outfits to stand out.