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British pronunciation
/dɪtˈɛktɪv/

Definition & Meaning of "detective"

Detective
01

a person, especially a police officer, whose job is to investigate and solve crimes and catch criminals

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He is a private detective hired to find the missing jewelry.
She dreams of becoming a detective and solving mysteries.
02

an investigator engaged or employed in obtaining information not easily available to the public

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