Definition of Research
Research
re·search
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
systematic investigation or exploration in an area of study, for the purpose of establishing truths, drawing new conclusions, or applying known information;
e.g. They are conducting research into ways to cure the disease.
(noun)
a period of careful and studious investigation or inquiry in order to gather information on some subject, or the action of conducting such study;
e.g. She began her research in the library, but eventually used online sources.
(verb)
to carefully and systematically study or investigate something;
e.g. They want to research the technology before deciding to purchase such an expensive device.
(verb)
to gather facts and information to be used for a particular project;
e.g. He started to research his article so that he had evidence to support his claims.
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