research
|re/search|
🇺🇸
/rɪˈsɜrtʃ/
🇬🇧
/rɪˈsɜːtʃ/
systematic investigation
Etymology
'research' originates from the Old French word 'recherche', where 're-' meant 'again' and 'chercher' meant 'to search'.
'recherche' transformed into the Middle English word 'research', and eventually became the modern English word 'research'.
Initially, it meant 'to search again', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'systematic investigation'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the systematic investigation into and study of materials and sources in order to establish facts and reach new conclusions.
The research on climate change is extensive.
Synonyms
Verb 1
to investigate systematically.
She is researching the effects of pollution on marine life.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35