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research

[ ri-surch, ree-surch ]

noun

  1. diligent and systematic inquiry or investigation into a subject in order to discover or revise facts, theories, applications, etc.:

    recent research in medicine.

    Synonyms: ,

  2. a particular instance or piece of research.


verb (used without object)

  1. to make researches; investigate carefully.

verb (used with object)

  1. to make an extensive investigation into:

    to research a matter thoroughly.

    Synonyms: , , ,

research

/ ˈriːsɜːtʃ; rɪˈsɜːtʃ /

noun

  1. systematic investigation to establish facts or principles or to collect information on a subject
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

verb

  1. to carry out investigations into (a subject, problem, etc)
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
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Derived Forms

  • ˈ𲹰, noun
  • ˈ𲹰󲹲, adjective
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Other Word Forms

  • ·𲹰a· adjective
  • ·𲹰İ ·𲹰i noun
  • r·𲹰 adjective
  • ܲd··𲹰 verb (used with object)
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Word History and Origins

Origin of research1

First recorded in 1570–80; (verb) from Middle French recercher “to seek,” Old French, equivalent to re- re- + cercher search; (noun) from Middle French recerche
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Word History and Origins

Origin of research1

C16: from Old French recercher to seek, search again, from re- + cercher to search
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In internal documents, Google said it intends to develop Chrome into an “agentic browser,” which incorporates AI agents to automate tasks and perform actions such as filling out forms, conducting research or shopping.

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Amelia Jones, a professor and vice dean of faculty and research at USC’s Roski School of Art and Design, expressed support for Soto’s decision to not file charges against most protesters.

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“Extensive research demonstrates that the MMR vaccine is safe and significantly reduces the risk of contracting measles, a disease that can lead to severe complications and death,” the pediatrics group said.

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“Protecting American educational, cultural, and national security interests requires transparency regarding foreign funds flowing to American higher education and research institutions,” Wednesday’s executive order reads.

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Earlier this month, Kennedy pledged "a massive testing and research effort" to determine the cause of autism in five months.

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