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  1. detect. verb [ T ] uk / dɪˈtekt / us / dɪˈtekt /. C1. to notice something that is partly hidden or not clear, or to discover something, especially using a special method: Some sounds cannot be detected by the human ear. Financial experts have detected signs that the economy is beginning to improve. C1.

  2. verb (used with object) to discover or catch (a person) in the performance of some act: to detect someone cheating. to discover the existence of: to detect the odor of gas. to find out the true character or activity of: to detect a spy.

  3. to notice something that is partly hidden or not clear, or to discover something, especially using a special method: Some sounds cannot be detected by the human ear. Financial experts have detected signs that the economy is beginning to improve. C1. to discover something, usually using special equipment:

  4. Definitions of detected. adjective. perceived or discerned. “the detected micrometeoritic material” synonyms: perceived. detected by means of the senses. perceived, sensed. detected by instinct or inference rather than by recognized perceptual cues. heard. detected or perceived by the sense of hearing. see more. adjective. perceived with the mind.

  5. 2 days ago · To detect something means to find it or discover that it is present somewhere by using equipment or making an investigation . ...a sensitive piece of equipment used to detect radiation. [VERB noun] Most skin cancers can be cured if detected and treated early. [VERB noun] ...a device which can detect who is more at risk of a heart attack. [VERB wh]

  6. detect. detect something to discover or notice something, especially something that is not easy to see, hear, etc. The tests are designed to detect the disease early. Only 8 per cent of regular cola consumers detected a difference. The sensor detects changes light level and temperature.

  7. verb. /dɪˈtɛkt/ detect something Verb Forms. to discover or notice something, especially something that is not easy to see, hear, etc. The tests are designed to detect the disease early. an instrument that can detect small amounts of radiation Do I detect a note of criticism? Thesaurus. Want to learn more?

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