discovery
Translation
discovery, finding
Examples
The discovery of penicillin changed medicine.
The discovery of penicillin changed medicine.
It was a surprising discovery for the team.
It was a surprising discovery for the team.
Grammar Patterns
((the discovery of sth.)) the act of finding something The discovery of gold led to a rush.
((a major/important discovery)) an important finding This is a major discovery in science.
Similar Words
Synonyms: finding, breakthrough, revelation
Etymology
From the verb 'discover' plus the noun-forming suffix '-y'. 'Discover' means 'to uncover'.
Memory Tips
This is the noun form of 'discover'. It refers to the act of finding something or the thing that is found.