discovery · noun /dɪˈskʌv.ə.ri/
Word family
Nouns: discoverer, discovery
Verbs: discover
discovery (FINDING)
B2 C or U when someone discovers something
Dictionary examples:
the discovery of electricity
Leonardo made many scientific discoveries.
a journey/voyage of discovery
The discovery of gold in California opened up the west.
Learner example:
How will this affect our lifestyles and homes in the future if scientists go on making new discoveries? (First Certificate in English; B2; Spanish)
discovery (THING/PERSON)
C1 C something or someone that is discovered
Dictionary example:
I've made a great discovery!
Learner example:
My second discovery is a more serious one. After thirty years since its premier[e], "Macbeth" sees its first release on video. (Certificate in Advanced English; C1; German)
