The R in R&d, Where the D Is Development

This page is the CodyCross answer for the clue below from Australia, Group 1009, Puzzle 2 (Great Ocean Road).

Question is: The R in R&d, Where the D Is Development

and the answer is: RESEARCH

Word Meaning:

RESEARCH — (uncountable, countable in some dialects) Diligent inquiry or examination to seek or revise facts, principles, theories, applications, etc. (that are currently available, or that are familiar to one's self).

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