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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Recent Examples of detector
In Minnesota, most doors at the state Capitol are now locked, and people entering must go through weapons detectors.
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ABC News, 24 Apr. 2026
That will be paired with an array of 18 individual detectors, each capable of capturing 4096 x 4096 pixels.
—John Timmer, ArsTechnica, 23 Apr. 2026
Modern technologies go further by combining detector data with imaging and mapping systems.
—Eduardo B. Farfán, The Conversation, 21 Apr. 2026
The window and door sensors worked perfectly in testing, as did the motion detectors.
—John R. Delaney, PC Magazine, 21 Apr. 2026
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ABC News, 24 Apr. 2026
That will be paired with an array of 18 individual detectors, each capable of capturing 4096 x 4096 pixels.
—John Timmer, ArsTechnica, 23 Apr. 2026
Modern technologies go further by combining detector data with imaging and mapping systems.
—Eduardo B. Farfán, The Conversation, 21 Apr. 2026
The window and door sensors worked perfectly in testing, as did the motion detectors.
—John R. Delaney, PC Magazine, 21 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for detector
sensor
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These new sensors are easy to customize, safe for living tissue, and provide clear data in real-world conditions.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
29 Apr. 2026
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Newer controllers are easy to adjust seasonally, and some can be connected to moisture sensors or weather stations.—
Steve Bender,
Southern Living,
29 Apr. 2026
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“Detector.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/detector. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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