1. To come upon, often by accident; meet with. 2. To come upon or discover
by searching or making an effort: found the leak in the pipe. 3. To discover or ascertain
through observation, experience, or study: found a solution; find the product of two
numbers; found that it didn't really matter. 4. a. To perceive to be, after
experience or consideration: found the gadget surprisingly useful; found the book
entertaining. b. To experience or feel: found comfort in her smile