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detect
[dih-tekt]
verb (used with object)
to discover or catch (a person) in the performance of some act.
to detect someone cheating.
to discover the existence of.
to detect the odor of gas.
to find out the true character or activity of.
to detect a spy.
Telecommunications.
to rectify alternating signal currents in a radio receiver.
to demodulate.
detect
/ dɪˈtɛkt /
verb
to perceive or notice
to detect a note of sarcasm
to discover the existence or presence of (esp something likely to elude observation)
to detect alcohol in the blood
to extract information from (an electromagnetic wave)
obsolete, to reveal or expose (a crime, criminal, etc)
Other Word Forms
- detectable adjective
- detectible adjective
- detectability noun
- detectibility noun
- predetect verb (used with object)
- undetectable adjective
- undetectably adverb
- undetected adjective
- undetectible adjective
- detecter noun
Word History and Origins
Word History and Origins
Origin of detect1
Example Sentences
The difference is tiny and can only be detected with extremely sensitive measurements.
This pathway activates when cells detect foreign DNA, setting off immune defenses.
When levels of methyl oleate fall, workers detect the change and begin preparing to replace her.
Immune cells act like vigilant sentries, moving through tissues and detecting remaining cancer cells that could lead to relapse.
After passing through mouse models with colitis, the sensors detected gastrointestinal bleeding within minutes.
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What are other ways to say detect?
To detect is to discover something hidden or unknown. When should you use detect over learn, discover, or ascertain? Find out on Thesaurus.com.
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