detection

noun

de·​tec·​tion di-ˈtek-shən 

1

: the act of detecting : the state or fact of being detected

2

: the process of demodulating

Synonyms

• discovery
• finding
• spotting
• unearthing

Examples of detection in a Sentence

I don't know how the errors managed to avoid detection for so long.

my detection of the scent of baked apple pie led me to the kitchen

Recent Examples on the Web

Along with billing itself as the world's largest provider of canine detections, Allied provides armed operatives that Kucera said have been in more demand the last 18 months and really since societal tensions heightened during the COVID-19 pandemic. —Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 7 Dec. 2024

Despite the complexities and uncertainties of AI integration, responsible and thoughtful use of AI will ultimately provide organizations with powerful tools to enhance threat detection and response capabilities, creating a resilient security infrastructure for the future. —John Hernandez, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024

Google has continued to update its messaging app, and added enhanced scam detection and content warnings in October. —Kate Irwin, PCMAG, 6 Dec. 2024

Avian Flu in Milk The detection of avian flu virus fragments in milk is a new challenge for the dairy industry. —Kerry E. Kaylegian, Discover Magazine, 6 Dec. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing detection

• escape detection
• evade detection