|
Definition of Finding
1. Noun. The act of determining the properties of something, usually by research or calculation. "The determination of molecular structures"
Generic synonyms: Discovery, Find, Uncovering
Specialized synonyms: Designation, Identification, Resolution, Solving, Proof, Substantiation, Validation, Disproof, Falsification, Falsifying, Refutal, Refutation, Fix, Localisation, Localization, Locating, Location, Predetermination, Rectification, Redetermination
Derivative terms: Determine, Determine, Determine, Find
2. Noun. The decision of a court on issues of fact or law.
Specialized synonyms: Finding Of Fact, Verdict, Conclusion Of Law, Finding Of Law
Category relationships: Jurisprudence, Law
Derivative terms: Find
3. Noun. Something that is found. "An area rich in archaeological findings"
Definition of Finding
1. n. That which is found, come upon, or provided; esp. (pl.), that which a journeyman artisan finds or provides for himself; as tools, trimmings, etc.
Definition of Finding
1. Noun. The results of research or an investigation. ¹
2. Noun. (legal) A formal conclusion by a judge, jury or regulatory agency on issues of fact. ¹
3. Noun. A self-contained component of assembled jewellery. ¹
4. Verb. (present participle of find) ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Finding
1. something that is found [n -S]
Medical Definition of Finding
1. 1. That which is found, come upon, or provided; especially. (pl), that which a journeyman artisan finds or provides for himself; as tools, trimmings, etc. "When a man hath been laboring . . . In the deep mines of knowledge, hath furnished out his findings in all their equipage." (Milton) 2. Support; maintenance; that which is provided for one; expence; provision. 3. The result of a judicial examination or inquiry, especially into some matter of fact; a verdict; as, the finding of a jury. "After his friends finding and his rent." (Chaucer) Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)