What does "detecting" mean?

1. (noticing something subtle) noticing or finding something that is not easy to see or hear. 2. (the act of finding) the act of finding something, especially using a special tool or skill.

detecting

v. · n.

US //dɪˈtɛktɪŋ// UK //dɪtˈɛktɪŋ// de·tect·ing

1 noticing something subtle (v.)
B2 Upper Intermediate

noticing or finding something that is not easy to see or hear.

identifying the presence or existence of something that is subtle, hidden, or difficult to perceive.

Example

The security system is very good at detecting movement in the dark.

Example

Modern sensors are capable of detecting minute changes in atmospheric pressure long before a storm actually arrives.
- missing
- overlooking
2 the act of finding (n.)
B2 Upper Intermediate

the act of finding something, especially using a special tool or skill.

the action or process of identifying something, often used as a gerund in formal or technical contexts.

Example

The early detecting of the problem saved the company a lot of money.

Example

The rapid detecting of chemical leaks is essential for maintaining safety standards within the industrial facility.
- discovery
- identification