finding in WordNet English dictionary

1. the act of determining the properties of something, usually by research or calculation
   "the determination of molecular structures"
   determination  finding 
   
2. the decision of a court on issues of fact or law
   finding 
   
3. something that is found
   "the findings in the gastrointestinal tract indicate that he died several hours after dinner"; "an area rich in archaeological findings"
   finding