Detections

/dɪˈtekʃənz/ noun

Definition

Plural of detection; multiple acts or instances of discovering, noticing, or finding something.

Etymology

From 'detect' (Latin detegere) plus -tion (suffix forming nouns from verbs, indicating action or result) plus -s (plural). The -tion suffix creates abstract nouns from action verbs.

Kelly Says

Detections are the bread and butter of science—researchers celebrate 'first detection' of new particles, distant galaxies, or disease markers. Each detection is proof something real exists out there!

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