Detective (Noun)
Meaning 1
An investigator engaged or employed in obtaining information not easily available to the public.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The detective spent months gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses to solve the high-profile murder case.
- As a renowned detective, she was known for her exceptional analytical skills and attention to detail.
- The detective agency was hired by the wealthy businessman to investigate the theft of his valuable art collection.
- With years of experience as a detective, he was able to piece together the seemingly unrelated clues and crack the case.
- The detective went undercover to gather information about the organized crime syndicate that had been evading law enforcement for years.
Hyponyms
Meaning 2
A police officer who investigates crimes.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.