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(definition) by Webster 1913 (print) Tue Dec 21 1999 at 23:01:54

De*tect"ive (?), a.

Fitted for, or skilled in, detecting; employed in detecting crime or criminals; as, a detective officer.

 

© Webster 1913.


De*tect"ive, n.

One who business it is so detect criminals or discover matters of secrecy.

 

© Webster 1913.


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