Detection Definition & Meaning
detection
- noun
- the perception that something has occurred or some state exists; "early detection can often lead to a cure"
- the act of detecting something; catching sight of something
- the detection that a signal is being received
- a police investigation to determine the perpetrator; "detection is hard on the feet"
"Detection" in song lyrics
See how detection is used in real songs:
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"plate will get the nickel plate with no great detection"
Elzhi — Detroit State of Mind (Remix) -
"And quick wit, fully equipped, mental lie detection"
Jeru the Damaja f/ Lil Dap, Miz Marvel -
"I'm a verbal sniper ripe beyond detection"
Linguistics — How Many
Words that rhyme with detection
Usage tips for "detection"
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does detection mean?
- the perception that something has occurred or some state exists; "early detection can often lead to a cure" the act of detecting something; catching sight of something the detection that a signal is being received a police investigation to determine the perpetrator; "detection is hard on the feet"
- What part of speech is detection?
- Detection is a noun.
- How many definitions does detection have?
- Detection has 4 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).