1. A factual discovery or observation made during fieldwork or on-site investigation, typically in research, journalism, or inspection contexts
The field finding revealed contamination in the water supply.
A descoberta de campo revelou contaminação no abastecimento de água.
2. A specific result or conclusion obtained through direct observation or investigation in the field rather than in a laboratory or office
Our field findings contradicted the initial hypothesis.
Nossas descobertas de campo contradiziam a hipótese inicial.
3. In journalism and investigative reporting, a piece of information or fact uncovered during on-location investigation
The investigative journalist's field findings were published in the report.
As descobertas de campo do jornalista investigativo foram publicadas no relatório.