Wildcard Queries

Wildcard queries are search techniques that allow users to replace part of a word with a special symbol, typically an asterisk (*) or question mark (?). For instance, using "eco*" can help find words like "ecology," "economy," or "ecological." This method expands search results to include variations of a word, making it easier to find relevant information without typing every possible form. Wildcard queries are especially useful in databases and search engines when you want to capture a broader range of results related to a specific topic or concept.