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DETECTING

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Detecting.

Detecting - as a noun

A police investigation to determine the perpetrator

Example: "Detection is hard on the feet"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
detection12detective worksleuthing13

Detecting - as a verb

To discover or find by careful search, examination, or probing

Example Sentences

"The detecting device quickly identified the source of the signal."
"Her detecting skills allowed her to find the hidden treasure."
"The detecting mechanism provided accurate readings of the radiation levels."
"The high-tech detecting equipment helped the scientists in their research."
"The police dog's detecting ability led them to the suspect's hiding spot."
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Word Game Points

Is DETECTING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, detecting is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DETECTING has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is DETECTING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, detecting is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DETECTING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.

Is DETECTING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, detecting is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DETECTING has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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