Private Detective
/ˈpraɪvət dɪˈtɛktɪv/
Definitions
- (n.) A person licensed to investigate and gather information on behalf of clients, often in civil, criminal, or insurance matters.
The private detective collected evidence to support the client's claim.
Forms
- private detective
- private detectives
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Commentary
While often used interchangeably with 'private investigator,' 'private detective' typically emphasizes investigatory and evidentiary functions in legal contexts.
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