find

A1
Pronunciation
/faɪnd/
/faɪnd/
Noun
2 definition(s)
1 Definition

Anything that is found (usually valuable), as objects on an archeological site or a person with talent.

2 Definition

The act of finding.

Verb
12 definition(s)
1 Definition

To encounter or discover by accident; to happen upon.

2 Definition

To encounter or discover something being searched for; to locate.

Example Sentences
  • I found my car keys. They were under the couch.
3 Definition

(ditransitive) To discover by study or experiment direct to an object or end.

Example Sentences
  • Water is found to be a compound substance.
4 Definition

To gain, as the object of desire or effort.

Example Sentences
  • to find leisure; to find means
5 Definition

To attain to; to arrive at; to acquire.

Example Sentences
  • Looks like he found a new vehicle for himself!
6 Definition

To point out.

Example Sentences
  • He kept finding faults with my work.
7 Definition

(ditransitive) To decide that, to discover that, to form the opinion that.

Example Sentences
  • I find your argument unsatisfactory.
8 Definition

To arrive at, as a conclusion; to determine as true; to establish.

Example Sentences
  • to find a verdict; to find a true bill (of indictment) against an accused person
9 Definition

To supply; to furnish.

Example Sentences
  • to find food for workmen
10 Definition

To provide for

Example Sentences
  • He finds his nephew in money.
11 Definition

To determine or judge.

Example Sentences
  • The jury finds for the defendant.
12 Definition

To discover game.