detecting
1. [ noun ] a police investigation to determine the perpetrator
Synonyms: detective_work sleuthing detection
Examples:

"detection is hard on the feet"

Related terms: detection spy
2. [ noun ] the investigation of criminal activities to determine the perpetrator
Synonyms: police_investigation detective_work sleuthing police_work detection
Examples:

"detection is hard on the feet"

Related terms: investigation surveillance roundup
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