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 of detection

• discovery

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

Kizilelma combines an advanced Electro‑Optical Targeting System with infrared, laser, and multi‑mode radar for long-range target detection. —MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Dec. 2025

However, primordial black holes have been speculated about for a long time but have thus far proved elusive, and that makes even the slightest chance of a potential detection something that is very exciting indeed. —Robert Lea, Space.com, 30 Nov. 2025

Wilson County will evaluate adding more weapons detection units in the future, officials say. —Andy Humbles, Nashville Tennessean, 30 Nov. 2025

This early detection can be especially critical for people whose blood sugar levels drop suddenly or reach dangerously low levels, said Dumont. —Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 29 Nov. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing detection

• escape detection
• evade detection

Rhymes for detection

• abjection
• advection
• affection
• bijection
• bisection
• collection
• complexion
• confection
• connection
• connexion
• convection
• correction