information-gathering
nounUK /ˌɪnfəˈmeɪʃən ˈɡæðərɪŋ/
US /ˌɪnfərˈmeɪʃən ˈɡæðərɪŋ/
The act of collecting facts and details about something.
The detective's information-gathering helped solve the mystery.
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2. The first stage of a project, when facts are collected before planning begins.
During information-gathering, the team interviewed customers and read reports.
3. The process of secretly collecting facts about an enemy or rival.
The spy was arrested for information-gathering near the military base.
4. Collecting details to understand a problem before making a decision.
Her information-gathering on local schools helped them choose a neighborhood.