Google

[ goo-guhl ]

Trademark.

1. the brand name for a leading internet search engine, founded in 1998.

verb (used with object)

, Goo·gled, Goo·gling.

1. (often lowercase) to search the internet for information about (a person, topic, etc.):

   We googled the new applicant to check her background.

verb (used without object)

, Goo·gled, Goo·gling.

1. (often lowercase) to use a search engine such as Google to find information, a website address, etc., on the internet.

Google

/ ˈɡuːɡəl /

noun

1. a popular search engine on the internet

verb

1. to search for (something on the internet) using a search engine
2. to check (the credentials of someone) by searching for websites containing his or her name

Word History and Origins

Origin of Google¹

First recorded in 1998; after mathematical term googol

Word History and Origins

Origin of Google¹

C20: a play on googol

Example Sentences

Judge Amit Mehta ruled Google operates an online search monopoly in August, and has been considering what remedies or penalties to impose.

From BBC

That will reportedly include an effort to break up Google as a consequence of the Justice Department’s successful competition lawsuit against the company.

From New York Times

“I feel like I’m starting over again,” he told The New York Times when the Google deal was announced.

From New York Times

Amazon and Google have also invested in new, cutting-edge nuclear technology to meet clean energy goals.

From Los Angeles Times

He disappeared into his office, searching Google and picking through the latest medical journals.

From Los Angeles Times