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(1):

(n.) That which is discovered; a thing found out, or for the first time ascertained or recognized; as, the properties of the magnet were an important discovery.

(2):

(n.) Exploration; examination.

(3):

(n.) The action of discovering; exposure to view; laying open; showing; as, the discovery of a plot.

(4):

(n.) A making known; revelation; disclosure; as, a bankrupt is bound to make a full discovery of his assets.

(5):

(n.) Finding out or ascertaining something previously unknown or unrecognized; as, Harvey's discovery of the circulation of the blood.