detection

noun

de·​tec·​tion di-ˈtek-shən 

1

: the act of detecting : the state or fact of being detected

2

: the process of demodulating

Synonyms

• discovery
• finding
• spotting
• unearthing

Examples of detection in a Sentence

I don't know how the errors managed to avoid detection for so long.

my detection of the scent of baked apple pie led me to the kitchen

Recent Examples on the Web

Life Tornado detection: bringing Stone Age tech into the 21st century Technology designed to listen for atomic bombs can also hear tornadoes. —Big Think, 24 June 2024

The shooting activated a gunshot detection system and several shell casings were recovered in the area, authorities said. —Harry Harris, The Mercury News, 21 June 2024

Different detection methods make direct comparisons between countries challenging — which is why the series authors don’t recommend earlier testing alone. —Annalisa Merelli, STAT, 20 June 2024

The joint response strengthened detection, collaboration of industry groups, and protection of workers from infection. —Dr. Tom Frieden, CNN, 18 June 2024

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing detection

• escape detection
• evade detection