Detection

9 lettersnouncommon

Updated February 2026

Definition

The action or process of identifying the presence of something concealed or hard to notice. It involves discovering or finding something.

“Early detection of cancer significantly improves survival rates.”

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Nine letters with repeated 'e' and 't' - identify doubles early

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Worth 12 points; balanced letter distribution aids placement

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