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By utilizing dictionaries—such as the Cambridge Dictionary or the Oxford Learner's Dictionary—learners can uncover additional information, including collocations (words that frequently co-occur), which enriches their understanding of the word's application. Keith likens this process to detective work, encouraging learners to be judicious in their investigations: "If you see a word that keeps coming up but you don't know it, it’s time to investigate."
The goal during this discovery phase is to learn at least one primary meaning of the word, its form, pronunciation, and a relevant collocation. Over time, through repeated exposure to the word in various contexts, learners can build a more substantial understanding.