basicsearch
nounUK /ˈbeɪsɪk sɜːtʃ/
US /ˈbeɪsɪk sɜːrtʃ/
A basic search is a simple way to look for something.
She did a basic search on the computer to find pictures of cats.
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2. A search that uses only plain words without special filters or advanced options.
The library catalog's basic search found three books about volcanoes.
3. The starting search mode on a website or app before using advanced tools.
Start with a basic search, then narrow the results with filters.
4. A first, rough attempt to locate information.
A basic search of the files gave us a good starting point.