Definition

1. Noun:

   • A systematic investigation to establish facts or collect information on a subject: "Research" refers to the careful, organized study of a topic to discover new facts or reach a deeper understanding.
   • A search for knowledge: It can also describe the general process of seeking information or answers to questions.

2. Verb:

   • To investigate or study a subject in detail to discover new information: This involves systematic inquiry, often using scientific methods.
   • To attempt to find out in a systematic and scientific manner: It implies a methodical process of gathering and analyzing data.

Usage Examples

• Noun:

  • She is conducting important research on climate change.
  • The professor published his research in a scientific journal.
  • This medical breakthrough is the result of years of careful research.

• Verb:

  • You need to research the company before your job interview.
  • Historians research primary sources to understand past events.
  • The team will research potential solutions to the engineering problem.

Advanced Usage

• "To be at the research stage": to be in the phase of investigating and gathering information before finalizing a project or product.

  • The new drug is still at the research stage and is not yet available to the public.

• "Research and development (R&D)": a common compound term referring to the investigative activities a business conducts to innovate and introduce new products.

  • The company invests heavily in research and development.

Variants and Related Words

• Researcher (n): a person who conducts research.

  • The researcher spent months in the field collecting data.

• Researchable (adj): capable of being investigated through research.

  • That is an interesting and researchable hypothesis.

Synonyms

• Investigation: a formal or systematic examination.
• Study: the devotion of time and attention to gaining knowledge.
• Inquiry: an act of asking for information or an official investigation.

Related Phrasal Verbs

• Research into: to investigate a particular subject or field. (Note: This is often used as the simple verb "research").
  • He is researching into the effects of social media on mental health.

Related Idioms

• "To do one's research": to gather the necessary information before making a decision or forming an opinion.
  • Before buying a house, it's essential to do your research on the neighborhood.

Noun

1. a search for knowledge
   • their pottery deserves more research than it has received
2. systematic investigation to establish facts

Verb

1. inquire into
   • the students had to research the history of the Second World War for their history project
   • He searched for information on his relatives on the web
   • Scientists are exploring the nature of consciousness
2. attempt to find out in a systematically and scientific manner
   • The student researched the history of that word