Used attributively as the past participle of 'find' with the meaning ‘discovered’ or ‘recovered’.
Translations
The found treasure was hidden for centuries.
Найденный клад был скрыт веками.
Definitions
Having been discovered or located. The found treasure was more valuable than anyone had imagined.
Having been retrieved or recovered after being lost. The found keys were a relief to the forgetful owner.
Base form meaning ‘to establish or originate’ (e.g., to found a company).
Definitions
To establish or originate (an institution, organisation, city, etc.); set up on a permanent basis. She plans to found a charity to support local artists.
To base or ground (something) upon something else. They found their conclusions on extensive research.
Synonyms
set up
founder (as verb)
come upon
come across
stumble on