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noun

findings

n.
US /ˈfaɪndɪŋz/ UK /fˈaɪndɪŋz/ find·ings

  1. 01 B2 Upper Intermediate Academic Science

    the results or information discovered during a study or investigation.

    the results of an investigation or research project, often presented formally in a report or academic paper.

    Simple

    The findings of the study show that most people prefer working from home.

    In context

    The preliminary findings of the clinical trial suggest that the new medication is significantly more effective than the current standard treatment.

    Usage

    Almost always used in the plural form when referring to research results.

  2. 02 C2 Proficiency Technical

    small tools or parts used by people who make things like jewellery or clothes.

    small tools, materials, or functional components used by artisans, such as clasps for jewellery or buttons for dressmaking.

    Simple

    She went to the shop to buy some silver findings for the necklaces she was making.

    In context

    The artisan sourced high-quality brass findings to ensure the durability of the custom leather handbags.

    Usage

    Used as a collective plural in the context of jewellery making and haberdashery.

Usage findings suggest · findings published · findings point

The judge ruled there was no basis to alter the findings of the Circuit Court.

BreakingNews.ie· 14 Aug 2026

It said it would consider naming them when it publishes its findings.

The Guardian· 4 Aug 2026
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Level B2 · Upper Intermediate
Frequency Common
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