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Dictionary Entry

detect

verb

Find the meaning of the word detect, plus dictionary definition, pronunciation, thesaurus-style synonyms, antonyms, and related vocabulary.

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Meaning

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To discover or notice something that is hidden, not obvious, or difficult to see.

Example Sentence

The scientist used a microscope to detect the tiny bacteria in the sample.

Usage Note

Use 'detect' when you need to describe noticing or discovering something hidden or not obvious, such as a smell, a problem, a signal, or a disease.