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

Additionally, China's disregard for potential ramifications, including detection, traceback, and attribution of this attack, could worsen existing mistrust between the two nations and lead to possible US counterattacks on Chinese infrastructure. —Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 7 Jan. 2025

Early detection and intervention can also reduce the need for component replacement and decrease emissions associated with procuring a new piece of equipment and disposing of the old one. —Brian Haines, Forbes, 7 Jan. 2025

Philips Hue also announced new smart home security features, including smoke alarm sound detection and the ability to stream live camera feeds to Amazon Alexa and the Google Nest Hub. —Sheena Vasani, The Verge, 7 Jan. 2025

The new alarms feature Kidde's existing smoke detection technology, which Kidde says can sense smoke up to 25% faster than regular detectors. —Joe Hindy, PCMAG, 6 Jan. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing detection

• escape detection
• evade detection