der Detektor
Translation
detector, sensor
Examples
Der Rauchmelder ist ein Detektor.
The smoke alarm is a detector.
Der Metalldetektor piepte laut.
The metal detector beeped loudly.
Grammar Patterns
a ((detector)) for sth. This is a detector for gas.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Sensor, Melder (alarm/detector)
Etymology
From Latin 'detector' (one who uncovers), from 'detegere' (to uncover). Same root as 'Detektiv'.
Memory Tips
Almost identical to the English 'detector'. Think of a device that detects things, like a metal detector (Metalldetektor).