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   Fo·ren·sic

   /fəˈrenzik/

   

   adjective

   • 1. relating to or denoting the application of scientific methods and techniques to the investigation of crime: "forensic evidence"
   • ▪ relating to courts of law.

   noun

   • 1. scientific tests or techniques used in connection with the detection of crime.
   • ▪ a laboratory or department responsible for tests used in detection of crime.

   Word Origin mid 17th century: from Latin forensis ‘in open court, public’, from forum (see forum).

   Derivatives

   • 1. forensically adverb

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2. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › forensicForensic Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   1. : belonging to, used in, or suitable to courts of judicature or to public discussion and debate. a lawyer's forensic skills. 2. : argumentative, rhetorical. forensic eloquence. 3. : relating to or dealing with the application of scientific knowledge to legal problems. forensic medicine.

3. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishFORENSIC | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   FORENSIC definition: 1. related to scientific methods of solving crimes, involving examining the objects or substances…. Learn more.

4. www.dictionary.com › browse › forensicFORENSIC Definition & Meaning | Dictionary.com

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   Forensic definition: relating to, connected with, or used in courts of law, especially with reference to the scientific analysis of evidence. See examples of FORENSIC used in a sentence.

5. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionaryFORENSIC | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary

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   FORENSIC meaning: 1. related to scientific methods of solving crimes, involving examining the objects or substances…. Learn more.

6. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishFORENSICS | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   scientific methods of solving crimes, that involve examining objects or substances related to a crime: Using cutting-edge forensics, they can analyze material samples for traces of suspicious chemicals. a forensics expert. [ plural ]

7. www.dictionary.com › browse › forensicsFORENSICS Definition & Meaning | Dictionary.com

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   Forensics. a branch, department, lab, etc., employing professionals skilled in forensic science: The stained garments were sent to forensics for analysis. the art or study of argumentation and formal debate: His prowess at cogent and engaging persuasion comes from his training in classical forensics.

8. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › forensicForensic - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com

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   The adjective forensic describes scientific methods used to investigate crimes. If you're looking for forensic evidence, you're using your scientific know-how to find proof that will help solve crimes.

9. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definition › englishforensics noun - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and ...

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   Definition of forensics noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

10. www.britannica.com › dictionary › forensicsForensics Definition & Meaning | Britannica Dictionary

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    FORENSICS meaning: 1 : the study or science of solving crimes by using scientific knowledge or methods; 2 : the results of a scientific test done to help solve a crime.

11. www.britannica.com › science › forensic-scienceForensic science | Crime Scene Investigation & Analysis

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    Jun 9, 2024 · Forensic science, the application of the methods of the natural and physical sciences to matters of criminal and civil law. Forensic science can be involved not only in investigation and prosecution of crimes such as rape, murder, and drug trafficking but also in matters in which a crime has not.