Find

Definition

Find is a verb and a noun. As a verb, it refers to the act of discovering, obtaining, or perceiving something, especially through search or effort. As a noun, it denotes an item or piece of information discovered, particularly one of value or significance.

Parts of Speech

• Verb
• Noun

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /faɪnd/
• Respelling: FIND

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /faɪnd/
• Respelling: FIND

Etymology

The word "find" originates from Old English "findan," meaning "to discover or obtain," which is derived from Proto-Germanic "*finþaną." It shares roots with Old Norse "finna" and Old High German "findan," maintaining its core meaning of discovery or locating something.

Derivatives

• Finder (noun)
• Finding (noun)
• Refind (verb)
• Findable (adjective)
• Misfind (verb)

Synonyms

• Discover
• Locate
• Uncover

Antonyms

• Lose
• Miss
• Misplace

Usage

The term "find" is widely used in contexts involving discovery, detection, or retrieval. For example, "He managed to find his lost keys," or "The treasure was an incredible find."

Related Terms

• Search: The act of looking for something.
• Discovery: The process of uncovering or revealing something previously unknown.
• Recovery: The act of regaining possession of something lost.

Detailed Definitions

Verb

• To discover or obtain something through search or effort: Refers to the act of locating or coming across something.
  • Example: "She managed to find a solution to the problem."
• To perceive or recognize something: Refers to the act of realizing or noticing.
  • Example: "I find his argument convincing."
• To deem or judge something to be a certain way: Indicates forming an opinion about something.
  • Example: "The court found him guilty of the charges."

Noun

• An item or piece of information discovered: Refers to something uncovered or retrieved, especially of significance or value.
  • Example: "The artifact was a remarkable archaeological find."
• The act of discovering something: Refers to the event or process of locating something.
  • Example: "The detective’s find helped solve the case."