World Languages Lexicon
10 Language-to-English DictionariesDétecteur
Pronunciation / Transliteration: deh-tehk-teur
"Le détecteur de fumée a sauvé des vies."
Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
A device or instrument that detects the presence of a particular substance or condition.
"The smoke detector alerted us to the fire in the kitchen." - 2
A person or thing that discovers or identifies something.
"He is a talented detector of talent in the music industry."
Thesaurus & Semantic Spectrum
Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The word 'detector' originates from the Latin root 'detegere', meaning 'to uncover' or 'to reveal'. It evolved through Middle French in the 19th century, where it was used in scientific contexts to describe devices that reveal or indicate the presence of something.
Which of the following is the closest synonym for "Detector"?
10 Global Lexicons: How "Detector" is said worldwide
Click any language below to open its dedicated Language to English dictionary page with native script & transliteration
Détecteur
Transliteration: deh-tehk-teur
"Le détecteur de fumée a sauvé des vies."
Detektor
Transliteration: deh-tehk-tor
"Der Rauchmelder hat uns gewarnt."
Rilevatore
Transliteration: ree-leh-vah-tore
"Il rilevatore di fumi ha suonato."
Detector
Transliteration: deh-tehk-tor
"El detector de humo nos alertó."
Detector
Transliteration: deh-tehk-tor
"O detector de fumaça salvou vidas."
डिटेक्टर
Transliteration: diṭekṭar
"धुआं डिटेक्टर ने हमें चेतावनी दी।"
探测器
Transliteration: tàncèqì
"烟雾探测器警告了我们。"
탐지기
Transliteration: tamjigi
"연기 탐지기가 경고했습니다."
検出器
Transliteration: kenshutsuki
"煙検出器が警告しました。"
Related Vocabulary Words to Explore
View all French termsA voltage level that is lower than the standard voltage used in electrical systems, typically used for safety in low-power applications.
The difference in electric potential between two points, measured in volts.
A term used in German to denote a specific type of entity or concept.
Explore Nuanced Synonyms for "Detector"
Discover exact matches, context-specific alternatives, and antonyms with intensity ratings in the VocabDictionary Thesaurus.
Enhance Your Writing & Grammar Precision
Linguistic Origins & Word Stories
View all stories →How Are Palisade Cells Adapted for Photosynthesis (and Why Are They Called 'Palisade')?
Palisade mesophyll cells are column-shaped, densely packed with chloroplasts, and positioned near the leaf's upper surface to maximize light absorption for photosynthesis. Their name comes from the French word for a defensive fence of wooden stakes, referencing their tightly aligned, upright cellular structure.
What is a SLOT SWOT Analysis and How Do You Actually Do One?
A SLOT SWOT analysis is an expanded strategic planning framework that blends personal or organizational 'SLOT' (Strengths, Limitations, Opportunities, Threats) metrics with traditional 'SWOT' dynamics. It provides a granular approach to evaluating internal capabilities against external market realities.