# Semantic Search

> Semantic search finds results by meaning rather than exact keywords, using embeddings to match a query to conceptually similar content. It returns relevant answers even when the wording differs.

*Source: https://www.lazlosoftwaresolution.com/glossary/semantic-search*

Unlike keyword search, semantic search understands that "car" and "automobile" are related. Backed by a vector database, it powers modern site search, knowledge bases and the retrieval step in RAG systems.