finding
Translation
finding, discovery, verdict
Examples
The study's findings were surprising.
The study's findings were surprising.
This was a major archaeological finding.
This was a major archaeological finding.
Grammar Patterns
a/the ((finding)) a discovery or result The finding was published in a journal.
((findings)) (plural) the results of an investigation The committee will present its findings.
Similar Words
Synonyms: discovery, result, conclusion, verdict
Etymology
From the verb 'find' plus the '-ing' suffix to form a noun.
Memory Tips
A 'finding' is what you have after the process of 'finding' something. Think of a scientist presenting their findings.