Meaning of the word "research and development" in English

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research and development

US /ˌriː.sɝːtʃ ən dɪˈvel.əp.mənt/
UK /ˌriː.sɝːtʃ ən dɪˈvel.əp.mənt/
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Noun

1.

systematic investigation or experimentation aimed at discovering or revising facts, theories, applications, etc.

Example:
The company invests heavily in research and development to create new products.
Many technological advancements come from dedicated research and development efforts.
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