# What is Semantic Search?

A search method that finds results based on meaning and intent rather than exact keyword matching.

Source: https://usewire.io/glossary/semantic-search/
Last updated: 2026-03-02

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Semantic search uses vector embeddings to represent text as mathematical points in space, allowing it to find conceptually related content even when the exact words differ. Wire includes semantic search on all context containers, so agents can find relevant information using natural language queries.

## Related terms

- [rag](https://usewire.io/glossary/rag/)
- [context-container](https://usewire.io/glossary/context-container/)