Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
detect
verb
/dɪˈtɛkt/
Definition
To discover or identify the existence of something.
Examples
- Scientists use various tools to detect changes in the environment.
- The smoke alarm will detect fire and alert the occupants.
- His keen sense of smell helped him detect the subtle flavors in the dish.
Meaning
To notice or find out something that is hidden or not immediately obvious.
Synonyms
- Discover
- Identify
- Uncover
- Sense
