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Britannica Dictionary definition of DISCOVER
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to see, find, or become aware of (something) for the first time
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Christopher Columbus discovered the New World in 1492.
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Several new species of plants have recently been discovered.
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Scientists claim to have discovered [=found] a new way of controlling high blood pressure.
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It took her several weeks to discover the solution.
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His life was never the same after he discovered sailing. [=after he first went sailing; after he found how much he enjoyed sailing]
2
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to show the presence of (something hidden or difficult to see)
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to make (something) known
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The autopsy discovered [=revealed, uncovered] traces of poison in the victim's blood.
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The tests have discovered problems in the current design.
3
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to learn or find out (something surprising or unexpected)
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I was surprised to discover [=realize] that I had lost my keys.
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She soon discovered what had been going on.
4
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to find out about and help (a talented new performer, writer, etc.)
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During her career she was responsible for discovering many now famous musicians.
— discoverer
noun, plural discoverers [count]-
The species is named for its discoverer.
