detection

/dɪˈtɛkʃən/
noun
  1. The act or process of discovering or noticing something that is hidden or not obvious.
    • The smoke detector's loud alarm led to the quick detection of the fire.
    • Early detection of the disease greatly improves the chances of recovery.
    • Scientists use special equipment for the detection of distant planets.
  2. The work of solving a crime or finding out who committed it.
    • The detective's careful detection took months but finally solved the case.
    • The novel is a classic story of detection and suspense.
    • Modern forensic detection relies heavily on DNA analysis.
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