discovery

discovery is a Noun

Definition:

[1] The action of discovering; exposure to view; laying open; showing; as, the discovery of a plot.

[2] A making known; revelation; disclosure; as, a bankrupt is bound to make a full discovery of his assets. In the clear discoveries of the next [world]. South.

[3] Finding out or ascertaining something previously unknown or unrecognized; as, Harvey`s discovery of the circulation of the blood. A brilliant career of discovery and conquest. Prescott. We speak of the "invention" of printing, the discovery of America. Trench.

[4] That which is discovered; a thing found out, or for the first time ascertained or recognized; as, the properties of the magnet were an important discovery.

[5] Exploration; examination. [Obs.]