noun
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a thing that is found or discovered
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law the conclusion reached after a judicial inquiry; verdict
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(plural) the tools and equipment of an artisan
Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of finding
First recorded before 1000; Middle English, Old English; find + -ing 1
Explanation
A finding is a discovery, especially by scholars or scientists. Finding is the act of researching or analyzing something. If the dog digs up the hamster grave in the backyard, better not to share his finding with the neighbors. Findings are facts that have been found, especially by academics studying something. A dietary study could have the finding that more people are avoiding gluten. An economic study could have the finding that more people are working out of their home. An environmental study could have the finding that a type of toxin is increasing. A dog’s finding would be a little less academic. The word is usually plural, because it usually refers to more than one thing found.
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Example Sentences
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Finding a resolution could raise Xi’s stature as a global statesman who swooped in at the precipice of a possible military escalation, analysts and U.S. officials said.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 10, 2026
“This ranks low on the romantic side of things,” Boneparth said, “but you want to know what’s not romantic? Finding out at Year 3 your partner has $80,000 in credit-card debt. Surprise!”
From MarketWatch • May 5, 2026
Finding solid ground, not necessarily common ground, is the motivating mission of most space missions.
From Salon • May 5, 2026
Finding that out is, after all, the point of the story.
From Slate • May 5, 2026
Finding nothing, he made his way over to the bookcase and attempted to dig a hole through the carpet.
From "The Vanderbeekers of 141st Street" by Karina Yan Glaser
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