What does FOUND mean?

Found

Part of Speech: Verb

Definition: To discover or come upon something by chance or effort.

Pronunciation (US): /faʊnd/

Pronunciation (UK): /faʊnd/

Origin and Usage: The word "found" originated from the Old English word "findan" which means "to come upon, discover." It has been in use since the 13th century and is commonly used in the English language to describe the act of discovering or coming upon something by chance or effort.

Synonyms: Discover, uncover, detect, stumble upon, encounter, locate, spot, chance upon, happen upon, come across.

Related Words: Bound, sound, wound, round, pound.

Example Sentences:

• She found a penny on the ground while walking to work.
• He found his lost keys under the couch.
• They found a new restaurant to try in the city.
• The detective found evidence that led to the suspects arrest.
• After searching for hours, they finally found the missing dog.