detect — to discover or identify the presence or existence of something
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to discover or identify the presence or existence of something
Pronunciation (IPA): /dɪˈtekt/
Korean meaning: 발견하다, 탐지하다, 감지하다
Korean pronunciation: 디-텍트 (강세: 텍트)
Example Sentences
- My mom can detect the smell of pizza from three blocks away.
- The teacher detected that I hadn't done my homework just by looking at my face.
- Scientists use special equipment to detect earthquakes.
detect
VERB//dɪˈtekt//
to discover or identify the presence or existence of something
A small robot uses its laser to detect hidden objects under the sand.
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Detect what you neglect — before it's too late to protect.
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Origin
From Latin 'detectus', the past participle of 'detegere', meaning 'to uncover' or 'to expose'. The word combines 'de-' (away/off) and 'tegere' (to cover).
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“My mom can detect the smell of pizza from three blocks away.”
“The teacher detected that I hadn't done my homework just by looking at my face.”
“Scientists use special equipment to detect earthquakes.”
“The airport security can detect metal objects in your luggage.”
“My phone can detect when I'm trying to be productive and immediately sends me notifications.”
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