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detector

[dih-tek-ter] / dɪˈtɛk tər /


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Sometimes he’s just out there for fun, but often he’s wielding his submersible Excalibur II metal detector to salvage someone’s destination wedding.

From The Wall Street Journal

With his invasive species detector duties done, it is time for a new role for Woody.

From BBC

In the hours before and after the concert, access to the square - a popular, open space - will be controlled through 31 entry points fitted with metal detectors.

From BBC

This marks the first particle discovery using the upgraded LHCb detector.

From Science Daily

Olfactory detectors like radon monitors or smoke alarms have existed for decades, but they mainly search for one danger only.

From The Wall Street Journal