Meaning

• A specification of an object or process, referring to requirements to be satisfied and thus conditions to be met for them to solve a problem.

• A plan (with more or less detail) for the structure and functions of an artifact, building or system.

• A pattern, as an element of a work of art or architecture.

• The composition of a work of art.

• Intention or plot.

  "To be hateful of the truth by design."

• The shape or appearance given to an object, especially one that is intended to make it more attractive.

• The art of designing

  "Danish furniture design is world-famous."

Meaning

• To plan and carry out (a picture, work of art, construction etc.).

• To plan (to do something).

  "The king designed to mount an expedition to the New World."

• To assign, appoint (something to someone); to designate.

• To mark out and exhibit; to designate; to indicate; to show; to point out; to appoint.

• To manifest requirements to be satisfied by an object or process for them to solve a problem.

  "The client had me create new designs until they were satisfied with one."