finding

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find·ing | \ ˈfīn-diŋ

Definition of finding

1a : the act of one that finds

b : find sense 2

2 findings plural : small tools and supplies used by an artisan (such as a dressmaker, jeweler, or shoemaker)

3a : the result of a judicial examination or inquiry

b : the results of an investigation —usually used in plural

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She published her findings in a medical journal. The evidence supported a finding of unfair bias.

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finding

noun

find·ing | \ ˈfīn-diŋ \

Kids Definition of finding

1 : the decision of a court

2 : the results of an investigation

finding

noun

find·ing

Legal Definition of finding

: a determination resulting from judicial or administrative examination or inquiry (as at trial) especially into matters of fact as embodied in the verdict of a jury or decision of a court, referee, or administrative body or officer also usually plural : a written statement of such determinations — see also factfinding — compare decision, holding, opinion, ruling

— finding of fact

: a determination made by the trier of fact as to a factual issue based on the evidence presented in a case

Note: Conclusions of law are based on findings of fact.

— finding of law

: a court's determination of the law as applied to a case : conclusion of law

— general finding

: a finding that the facts in general support a judgment in favor of one of the parties

— special finding

: a finding setting out the ultimate facts upon which the court's judgment is based