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The definition of contrivance is the thing that causes something to happen.

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An example of contrivance is the ability of a tornado to destroy buildings.

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See contrivance in Webster's New World College Dictionary

noun

the act, way, or power of contriving
something contrived, as an invention, mechanical device, or ingenious plan

See contrivance in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun

a. The act of contriving.
b. The state of being contrived.
Something contrived, as a mechanical device or a clever plan.

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