forensic — relating to or denoting the application of scientific methods and techniques to the investigation of crime
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: relating to or denoting the application of scientific methods and techniques to the investigation of crime
Pronunciation (IPA): /fəˈrenzɪk/
Korean meaning: 범죄 수사에 과학적 방법과 기술을 적용하는 것과 관련된
Korean pronunciation: 퍼**렌**직
Example Sentences
- The forensic accountant discovered that the company's CEO had been embezzling money through fake invoices.
- My mom uses forensic-level investigation skills to figure out who ate the last piece of cake.
- The forensic team worked through the night to process all the evidence from the burglary.
forensic
ADJECTIVE//fəˈrenzɪk//
relating to or denoting the application of scientific methods and techniques to the investigation of crime
An investigator dusts powder to reveal a hidden fingerprint.
"Forensic clues are never a gimmick — every trace tells a story, almost cinematic."
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'forensis' meaning 'of or belonging to the forum,' derived from 'forum' (public place or court). The term evolved to refer to legal proceedings and later to scientific investigation methods used in courts.
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📝Examples
“The forensic accountant discovered that the company's CEO had been embezzling money through fake invoices.”
“My mom uses forensic-level investigation skills to figure out who ate the last piece of cake.”
“The forensic team worked through the night to process all the evidence from the burglary.”
“She applied her forensic psychology training to understand the criminal's mindset.”
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