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DETECTORS

(noun)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Detectors.

Detectors - 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 elementsensor6
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
device12
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Rectifier that extracts modulation from a radio carrier wave

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
demodulator15

Electronic equipment that detects the presence of radio signals or radioactivity

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
electronic equipment
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The smoke detectors in our house went off as soon as the fire started."
"Airport security scanners use metal detectors to ensure passenger safety."
"Scientists use radiation detectors to measure the levels of radiation in the environment."
"The museum has installed motion detectors to protect valuable art pieces from theft."
"The police used drug detectors to locate hidden narcotics in the suspect's car."
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Word Game Points

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

DETECTORS has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

Is DETECTORS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, detectors is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DETECTORS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.

Is DETECTORS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, detectors is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DETECTORS has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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