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01
to create or establish an organization or place, especially by providing the finances
Transitive: to found an organization or place
Examples
The university was founded in the early 1900s.
They found a company specializing in sustainable fashion.
02
to establish or set up the initial structure of something
Transitive: to found a place
Examples
The pioneers found a settlement on the frontier to cultivate new farmland.
The architect hopes to found a community center in the coming months.
03
to build or establish something based on a specific principle, idea, or belief
Transitive: to found sth on a basis
Examples
Their philosophy was founded on the belief that education should be accessible to everyone.
The school's curriculum is founded on the concept of experiential learning.
Found
01
food and lodging provided in addition to money
Examples
The job included found as part of the compensation.
Seasonal workers received found while staying on the farm.
found
01
come upon unexpectedly or after searching
Examples
The found documents revealed the missing details.
She returned the found wallet to its owner.
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