simplesearch

noun
UK /ˈsɪmpəl sɜːtʃ/
US /ˈsɪmpəl sɜːrtʃ/

A simple search is an easy way to look for something.

I did a simplesearch to find my favorite book in the library.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A search that uses only plain words without special filters or advanced options.

The website's simplesearch box is at the top of the page.

3. A computer function that looks through files using a basic keyword match.

The simplesearch tool found all the photos with 'beach' in the name.

4. A quick, uncomplicated attempt to locate information.

After a simplesearch, she found the recipe she wanted.