as in sensor
a device that detects some physical quantity and responds usually with a transmitted signal
a motion detector to thwart burglaries
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The observatory's infrared detectors will collect data on the chemical composition of asteroids, hazy star-forming clouds, and faraway galaxies.
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Ars Technica, 13 Mar. 2025
To avoid carbon monoxide poisoning, experts suggest ensuring your hotel room or rental has at least one carbon monoxide detector.
—Kerry Breen, CBS News, 18 Mar. 2025
The products were sold between 2019 and 2021 and included faulty carbon monoxide (CO) detectors, hair dryers without electrocution protection, and children’s sleepwear violating federal flammability standards.
—Jibin Joseph, PCMAG, 18 Mar. 2025
Unlike a traditional carbon monoxide detector and smoke alarm combo that’s typically placed on the ceiling, this device can be plugged into an outlet.
—Shalwah Evans, Travel + Leisure, 1 Mar. 2025
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Ars Technica, 13 Mar. 2025
To avoid carbon monoxide poisoning, experts suggest ensuring your hotel room or rental has at least one carbon monoxide detector.
—Kerry Breen, CBS News, 18 Mar. 2025
The products were sold between 2019 and 2021 and included faulty carbon monoxide (CO) detectors, hair dryers without electrocution protection, and children’s sleepwear violating federal flammability standards.
—Jibin Joseph, PCMAG, 18 Mar. 2025
Unlike a traditional carbon monoxide detector and smoke alarm combo that’s typically placed on the ceiling, this device can be plugged into an outlet.
—Shalwah Evans, Travel + Leisure, 1 Mar. 2025
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“Detector.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/detector. Accessed 8 Apr. 2025.
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