Detector (Noun)

Meaning ¹

Any device that receives a signal or stimulus (as heat or pressure or light or motion etc.) and responds to it in a distinctive manner.

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

Synonyms

• Sensor
• Sensing Element

Hyponyms

• Photocell
• Magic Eye
• Electric Eye
• Photoconductive Cell

Related Words

• Detect (verb)

Meaning ²

Electronic equipment that detects the presence of radio signals or radioactivity.

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

Hyponyms

• Electronic Scanner

Related Words

• Detect (verb)

Meaning ³

Rectifier that extracts modulation from a radio carrier wave.

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

Synonyms

• Demodulator