finding
|find/ing|
B2
/ˈfaɪndɪŋ/
(find)
discover
Etymology
Etymology Information
'finding' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'findan,' where 'findan' meant 'to discover or obtain.'
Historical Evolution
'findan' changed from Old English word 'findan' and eventually became the modern English word 'find.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to discover or obtain,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a conclusion reached after examination.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a conclusion reached after examination or investigation.
The findings of the study were published in a scientific journal.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35