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detect Definition and Meaning in English (detect definition)

verb
Synonyms:discoverfinduncover
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Detect definition: To discover or identify the presence or existence of something, often something subtle or hidden.

Definitions of Detect

  1. 1verb

    To discover or identify the presence or existence of something, often something subtle or hidden.

Example Sentences

business

“The security system can detect any unusual movement.”

casual

“It's difficult to detect the subtle changes in his mood.”

formal

“Early detection of the disease is crucial for effective treatment.”

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Inflected Word Forms

past tensedetected
present participledetecting
noundetection
noundetective
agent noundetector

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Detect definition: To discover or identify the presence or existence of something, often something subtle or hidden.
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'Detect' translates to 'detect' in English. Detect definition: To discover or identify the presence or existence of something, often something subtle or hidden.
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