The Open Dictionary

detection

noun

UK/dɪˈtek.ʃᵊn/
US/dɪˈtek.ʃᵊn/

Definitions of detection noun

  1. Uncountable(不可数名词)

    the act of noticing or discovering the existence or presence of something

    察觉；发现；侦查

    • The early detection of the disease allows for more effective treatment.

      疾病的早期检测使得治疗更有效。

    • The primary function of this device is the detection of gases.

      这个装置的主要功能是气体检测。

    • The airport has increased its measures for the detection of explosives.

      机场已加强了爆炸物的检测措施。

  2. Uncountable(不可数名词)

    the process of the police discovering information about crimes

    （警方）侦破；破案

    • The crime detection rate in this area has been consistently high.

      这个地区的犯罪侦破率一直很高。

    • The police are facing challenges in the detection of this complex case.

      警方在侦破这起复杂案件时面临挑战。

    • They are using the latest technology to assist in crime detection.

      他们正在使用最新技术来协助犯罪侦破。