Meaning of the word searching in English

What does searching mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

searching

US /ˈsɝː.tʃɪŋ/
UK /ˈsɜː.tʃɪŋ/

Adjective

examining thoroughly or carefully

Example:
He gave her a searching look, trying to understand her true feelings.
The detective asked a series of searching questions.

Noun

the act of looking for something or someone

Example:
The police conducted a thorough searching of the area.
After hours of searching, they finally found the lost dog.