Meaning of the word "ferret out" in English

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

ferret out

US /ˈfɛrɪt aʊt/

UK /ˈfer.ɪt aʊt/

to discover or find out something, especially something hidden or difficult to find

Example:

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The detective managed to ferret out the truth after weeks of investigation.

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It took a lot of effort to ferret out all the necessary information.

Synonym:

unearth dig up uncover discover reveal