sensor
noun
a mechanical device sensitive to light, temperature, radiation level, or the like, that transmits a signal to a measuring or control instrument.
sensors
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pluralof sensor.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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They also say sensors in your phone could be damaged if pointed directly at the Sun.
From BBC ● Aug. 11, 2026
Waymo’s taxis are retrofitted existing vehicles with autonomous technology added including cameras and sensors.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 10, 2026
Whoop is relatively beefy too, but you can hide its sensors in compatible clothing.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 9, 2026
The study also showed that wearable proximity sensors can operate reliably in extreme environments.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 7, 2026
Dimly, Josie’s father realized this effect was only because of motion sensors; it wasn’t literally a matter of all the light in his life leaving alongside Josie.
From "The School for Whatnots" by Margaret Peterson Haddix
