find out

verb

1. to gain knowledge of (something); learn

   he found out what he wanted

2. to detect the crime, deception, etc, of (someone)

Idioms and Phrases

Discover through examination or inquiry, as in You can find out his phone number by looking in the book . [Mid-1500]

Expose, detect the true nature or character of, especially in an offense. For example, Cheaters risk being found out . [c. 1700]

Related Words

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• detect 
• determine 
• disclose 
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