Pope.
Devise was formerly followed by of; as, let us devise of ease. Spenser.
De*vise" (?), n. [OF. devise division, deliberation, wish, will, testament. See Device.] 1. The act of giving or disposing of real estate by will; -- sometimes improperly applied to a bequest of personal estate.
2. A will or testament, conveying real estate; the clause of a will making a gift of real property.
Fines upon devises were still exacted.
Bancroft.