Searching

/ˈsɜːtʃɪŋ/

Last Updated: January 2, 2026 at 12:30 PM

Scrabble:15 ptsWWF:17 pts9 letters

Definition of Searching

verb

  1. To look in (a place) for something.

    "I searched the garden for the keys and found them in the vegetable patch."

  2. (followed by "for") To look thoroughly.

    "The police are searching for evidence in his flat."

  3. To look for, seek.
  4. To probe or examine (a wound).
  5. To examine; to try; to put to the test.

adjective

  1. (of an investigation, etc.) Thorough.
  2. Looking over closely; penetrating; severe.

    "a searching gaze; searching criticism"

Anagrams of Searching

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Synonyms & Antonyms

SYNONYMS

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