find
UK: faɪnd | US: faɪnd
vt. to discover or encounter something by chance or search
vt. to perceive or become aware of
vt. to determine or judge (e.g., a verdict)
n. a valuable discovery
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The word "find" traces back to Old English findan, meaning "to come upon, discover." It shares roots with Germanic languages (e.g., Old High German findan, Old Norse finna), all deriving from Proto-Germanic finþaną. This verb originally conveyed the act of encountering or obtaining through effort, retaining its core meaning over centuries. Unlike compound words, "find" is monomorphic—its spelling and meaning have remained cohesive without separable morphemes.
She hopes to find her lost keys before leaving.
Scientists find new evidence supporting the theory.
The jury found the defendant guilty.
His antique shop yielded a rare find.
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