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search(1) To look for specific data in a file or an occurrence of text in a file. A search implies sequential scanning of content or indexes in order to find the results rather than a direct lookup. A search on the Web yields a list of Web pages that contain all the words in the search criteria. See search engine, desktop search, Boolean search and query. search 1. the examination of a vessel by the right of search 2. Computing a. a review of a file to locate specific information b. (as modifier): a search routine 3. right of search International law the right possessed by the warships of a belligerent state in time of war to board and search merchant vessels to ascertain whether ship or cargo is liable to seizure search [sərch] (computer science) To seek a desired item or condition in a set of related or similar items or conditions, especially a sequentially organized or nonorganized set, rather than a multidimensional set. (engineering) To explore a region in space with radar. (navigation) An orderly arrangement of course lines used in searching an area. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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The foremost and most energetic in instituting this search was the bosom friend of Mr. Don Quixote mounted without replying, and, Sancho leading the way on his ass, they entered the side of the Sierra Morena, which was close by, as it was Sancho's design to cross it entirely and come out again at El Viso or Almodovar del Campo, and hide for some days among its crags so as to escape the search of the Brotherhood should they come to look for them. Several times De Vac paced the length of this black alley in search of the little doorway of the building he sought. |
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