Pronunciation: /ˈfaɪndɪŋ/

Definitions of finding

noun a discovery or conclusion reached after examination or investigation

Example Sentences

A1 Finding a lost puppy can be a happy experience.

A2 She enjoys the finding of new restaurants to try.

B1 The finding of a solution to the problem was a relief.

B2 His research led to the finding of a new species of plant.

C1 The finding of his fingerprints at the crime scene was crucial evidence.

C2 The archaeologist's finding of ancient artifacts shed new light on the civilization.

verb present participle of find, meaning to discover or perceive by chance or unexpectedly

Example Sentences

A1 I am finding my keys.

A2 She is finding a new job.

B1 The detective is finding clues to solve the case.

B2 The scientist is finding a cure for cancer.

C1 The researcher is finding new evidence to support the theory.

C2 The explorer is finding undiscovered species in the rainforest.

Examples of finding in a Sentence

formal The finding of the research study indicated a strong correlation between exercise and mental health.

informal I couldn't believe the finding of the investigation - it was so unexpected!

slang The finding of the survey was mind-blowing, dude!

figurative The finding of the treasure map led them to a hidden cave filled with gold and jewels.

Grammatical Forms of finding

past tense

found

plural

findings

comparative

more finding

superlative

most finding

present tense

find

future tense

will find

perfect tense

have found

continuous tense

is finding

singular

finding

positive degree

find

infinitive

to find

gerund

finding

participle

found

Origin and Evolution of finding

First Known Use: 1250 year
Language of Origin: Old English
Story behind the word: The word 'finding' originated from the Old English word 'findan' which means to come across by searching or effort.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'finding' has evolved to not only refer to discovering something by searching but also to refer to a conclusion or decision reached after careful consideration or investigation.