To search
Example: She searches for information on the internet
Definition
"To search" means to actively look for something by examining, exploring, or investigating in order to find a particular object, information, or answer. For example, when someone searches for information on the internet, they are trying to locate specific data or details online.
Etymology
The verb "to search" comes from the Old French word 'cerchier,' which in turn derives from the Latin 'circāre,' meaning 'to go around' or 'to wander.' Did you know that the idea behind "to search" originally involved moving around to find something hidden or lost?
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"To search" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (A2) - set 1", containing 116 commonly used words.
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