detective
//dɪˈtɛktɪv//
Noun
detectiveSingular
detectivesPlural
1
A person, especially a police officer, whose job is to investigate crimes and gather evidence to solve them.
The detective questioned the witnesses to solve the murder case.
2
A private investigator who is hired to conduct investigations for clients.
She hired a detective to find her missing brother.
Synonym
Adjective
detectiveCanonical form
1
Relating to or used for investigation and solving crimes.
The detective work led to the arrest of the suspect.