Meaning of the word "make a discovery" in English

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make a discovery

US /meɪk ə dɪˈskʌv.ər.i/
UK /meɪk ə dɪˈskʌv.ər.i/
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Phrase

to find or learn something for the first time, especially something that was previously unknown

Example:
Scientists hope to make a discovery that will cure the disease.
While hiking, they managed to make a discovery of an ancient cave.