Definition of Finding
Finding
find·ing


Definition/Meaning
(noun)
The act of discovering or determining something.

e.g. The detective's finding was that the suspect was guilty.

(noun)
the action or process of discovering or obtaining something/someone, either unexpectedly or by searching for it;

e.g. A map will help my finding of the spot where the treasure is buried.

(verb)
locating, discovering, or obtaining something, especially after searching for it or broadly making an effort;

e.g. I am having a hard time finding my wallet, because I don't remember where I left it. He will be finding time to speak to her sometime this afternoon.

(verb)
noticing or discovering that something is the case, often unexpectedly;

e.g. She is afraid of finding that she cannot change her decision.

(verb)
discovering or becoming aware that something is the case, for example learning something through investigation, inquiry, or examination,

e.g. They have hopes of finding the answer to their question by the end of their study.



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