detect
verb
UK/dɪˈtekt/
US/dɪˈtekt/
Definitions of detect verb
- C1Transitive(及物动词)
To notice or discover something that is not obvious or is hidden, often using a particular method.
（尤指用特殊方法）发现、察觉或看出。
Certain frequencies are too high for the human ear to detect.
某些频率太高，人耳无法察觉。
Scientists have detected radio signals that might be from outer space.
科学家们已检测到可能来自外太空的无线电信号。
Doctors were able to detect the anomaly in his blood through a detailed examination.
医生们通过详细检查发现了他血液中的异常。
- C1Transitive(及物动词)
To discover the presence of something, typically using specialized equipment or instruments.
（通常指用特别设备）探测、检测或测出。
Researchers used advanced equipment to detect a new pollutant in the air.
研究人员使用先进设备来检测空气中的一种新污染物。
The sensor is designed to detect any gas leaks.
该传感器旨在检测任何气体泄漏。
The military uses radar to detect the launch of enemy missiles.
军方使用雷达来探测敌方导弹的发射。