Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Detector.
Detector - as a noun
Any device that receives a signal or stimulus (as heat or pressure or light or motion etc.) and responds to it in a distinctive manner
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
sensing elementsensor6Hypernyms (Closely Related)
device12Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Rectifier that extracts modulation from a radio carrier wave
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
demodulator15Electronic equipment that detects the presence of radio signals or radioactivity
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
electronic equipmentHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The metal detector at the airport located the hidden weapon."
"The smoke detector alerted the residents to the fire."
"The motion detector turned on the outdoor lights as I approached the house."
"The carbon monoxide detector in our home keeps us safe from gas leaks."
"The lie detector indicated that the suspect was not telling the truth."
Word Game Points
Is DETECTOR a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, detector is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
DETECTOR has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.
Is DETECTOR a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, detector is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordDETECTOR has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.
Is DETECTOR a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, detector is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordDETECTOR has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.
