What does FINDS mean?

Parts of Speech

Finds is a verb.

Definitions

Finds means to discover or locate something or someone that was previously lost, hidden, or unknown.

Pronunciations

US: /faɪndz/

UK: /faɪndz/

Origin and Usage

The word finds originated from the Old English word "findan" which means "to come upon, discover". It has been used in English since the 9th century. Finds is commonly used in everyday conversation, writing, and literature.

Synonyms

Locates, discovers, uncovers, unearths, detects, spots, identifies, pinpoints, retrieves.

Related Words

Found, lost, hid, seek, catch.

Example Sentences

• He finds the missing book under the bed.
• The detective finds the murderers fingerprints on the knife.
• She finds it difficult to concentrate in a noisy environment.
• The archaeologist finds a rare artifact during the excavation.
• He finds his lost keys in the pocket of his jacket.