1 (often foll. by that + clause) a find out or become aware of, whether by research or searching or by chance (discovered a new entrance; discovered that they had been overpaid). b be the first to find or find out (who discovered America?).
2 give (check) in a game of chess by removing one's own obstructing piece.
3 (in show business) find and promote as a new singer, actor, etc.
4 archaic a make known. b exhibit; manifest. c disclose; betray.
Derivatives:
discoverable adj. discoverer n.
Etymology: ME f. OF descovrir f. LL discooperire (as DIS-, COVER)
Useful english dictionary. 2012.