Research

/rɪˈsɜːrʧ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The systematic investigation into and study of materials and sources in order to establish facts and reach new conclusions.

The research conducted by the scientists led to a breakthrough in cancer treatment.

A detailed and careful exploration of a particular subject, especially to discover new information.

Her research on climate change has been published in several academic journals.

A process of inquiry into a specific area of knowledge, often involving experiments and analysis.

The university offers funding for students to conduct independent research projects.

verb

To carry out systematic investigation into a subject in order to discover or revise facts, theories, or applications.

I need to research the best methods for sustainable farming.

To search for and gather information about a particular topic.

He spent hours researching the history of the ancient civilization.

To study or investigate thoroughly.

Before writing her thesis, she had to research extensively on various related topics.

Middle French 'rechercher', from re- + chercher 'to seek'.

market research:

The process of gathering information about consumers' needs and preferences.

research and development:

The activities a company undertakes to innovate and introduce new products.

field research:

The collection of data outside a laboratory, library, or workplace setting.

Researching something online, especially through informal or less scholarly means.

I just Googled it for a quick research.

To investigate or gather information casually.

I did a bit of research on that new restaurant before going.