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The definition of a finding is a discovery or the act of discovering, or a small item, such as a button or jewelry, used in making clothing.

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An example of a finding is an artifact from ancient ruins.
An example of a finding is a clasp for a pair of pants.

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See finding in Webster's New World College Dictionary

noun

the act of one who finds; discovery
something found or discovered
miscellaneous small articles or materials used in making garments, shoes, jewelry, etc., as buttons, buckles, or clasps
the conclusion reached after an examination or consideration of facts or data by a judge, coroner, scholar, etc.

Origin: ME: see find

See finding in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun

Something that has been found.
a. A conclusion reached after examination or investigation: the finding of a grand jury; a coroner's findings.
b. A statement or document containing an authoritative decision or conclusion: a presidential finding that authorized the covert operation.
findings Small tools and materials used by an artisan: a jeweler's findings.

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