Discover

/dɪˈskʌvə/ · verb

Meaning

(transitive) To find or learn something for the first time..

Definitions by Sense

1. (transitive) To find or learn something for the first time.
2. (transitive, obsolete) To remove the cover from; to uncover (a head, building etc.).
3. (transitive, now rare) To expose, uncover.
4. (transitive, chess) To create by moving a piece out of another piece's line of attack.
5. (transitive, law) To question (a person) as part of discovery in a lawsuit.
6. (transitive, archaic) To reveal (information); to divulge, make known.
7. (transitive, obsolete) To reconnoitre, explore (an area).
8. (transitive, obsolete) To manifest without design; to show; to exhibit.

Example Sentences

Turning the corner, I discovered a lovely little shop. I discovered that they sold widgets.

All this has led to an explosion of protest across China, including among a middle class that has discovered nimbyism.

He set down his bags beside him, on the beautiful red floor, and he took off his hat, for he had reached his destination, discovering his scant red hair, and laid it on the table beside him.

The gust of wind discovered a bone in the sand.

This move discovers an attack on a vital pawn.

Indeed, the plaintiffs suggest that they may not need to call Ms. Samji at all if they are allowed to discover the defendant on the new documents before any new trial takes place.

I discovered my plans to the rest of the team.

Go, draw aside the curtains, and discover / The several caskets to this noble prince.

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Antonyms for discover

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• discovers
• discovering
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• discoverest
• discoveredst
• discovereth
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• discovre

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