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noun
A police officer who investigates crimes.
synonyms: detective, investigator, tec.
is a specific kind of: officer, police officer, policeman.
is a broader term that covers: dick, gumshoe, hawkshaw | plainclothesman | tracer.
derivation: enquire, inquire, investigate.
Polish: detektyw
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