Discover
Discover (dis-kuv-er)
Discover is a term used in various fields, including medicine, science, and technology, to denote the act of finding or learning something for the first time. The term is derived from the Latin word "discooperire," which means "to uncover" or "to reveal."
Medical Usage
In the field of medicine, the term "discover" is often used to refer to the process of identifying a new disease, condition, or treatment. For example, a doctor might say that they have "discovered" a new way to treat a certain type of cancer.
Related Terms
- Diagnosis: The process of determining the nature of a disease or disorder and distinguishing it from other possible conditions.
- Research: The systematic investigation into and study of materials and sources in order to establish facts and reach new conclusions.
- Innovation: The act or process of introducing new ideas, devices, or methods.
- Breakthrough: A significant or dramatic overcoming of a perceived obstacle, allowing the completion of a process.
Etymology
The term "discover" comes from the Middle English word "discoveren," which itself is derived from the Old French word "descovrir." The original Latin root is "discooperire," which is a combination of "dis-" (meaning "opposite of") and "cooperire" (meaning "to cover up").
Pronunciation
The term "discover" is pronounced as /dɪˈskʌvər/.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Discover
- Wikipedia's article - Discover
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