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Forensic

/fəˈrɛn.sɪk/
adjectivenounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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2 senses
As adjective
  1. 1

    Relating to or denoting the application of scientific methods and techniques to the investigation of crime.

    "Forensic evidence played a crucial role in solving the case."
As noun
  1. 1

    A branch of science that deals with the application of scientific knowledge to legal problems.

    "She decided to pursue a career in forensic science after her interest in criminal investigations grew."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'forensic' originates from the Latin word 'forensis', meaning 'of the forum', which referred to the public discussion and legal proceedings in ancient Rome. Over time, it evolved to pertain to legal matters and the application of scientific methods to solve crimes.

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