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discovery

noun

/dɪˈskʌvəri/

Meaning

The act of finding or learning something for the first time.

The discovery of penicillin changed medical history.

make a discovery

finding, invention, detection, revelation

loss, concealment

scientific discovery, new discovery, make a discovery, important discovery

The quality or fact of being able to grip something firmly; grip.

a dairy product made from curdled or cultured milk

The action or fact of maintaining or supporting oneself at a minimum level, especially with basic ne...

The act of pressing or squeezing something into a smaller space.

The detailed coordination of a complex operation involving many people, facilities, or supplies.

treatment or circumstances that cause one to feel shame or loss of dignity; humiliation