B2 noun Neutre

sensor

/ˈsɛnsər/

A device that detects or measures a physical property and records, indicates, or otherwise responds to it. It acts as an input device for electronic systems, converting environmental changes into signals that can be read by an observer or an instrument.

Exemples

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1

The motion sensor outside my house turns on the light whenever someone walks by.

The movement-detecting device outside my home activates the light when it detects a person.

2

The laboratory is equipped with a high-precision sensor to monitor fluctuations in temperature.

The research facility uses a very accurate detector to track small changes in heat levels.

3

I think the sensor on my phone screen is broken because it doesn't dim correctly.

I believe the light-detecting part of my mobile display is malfunctioning.

Famille de mots

Nom
sensor
Verb
sense
Adverbe
sensorially
Adjectif
sensory
Apparenté
sensitivity
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Astuce mémo

Think of your five human 'senses' (sight, hearing, etc.) being built into a computer chip; that chip is a 'sensor'.

Quiz rapide

The automatic doors opened as soon as the _______ detected my movement.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : sensor

Exemples

1

The motion sensor outside my house turns on the light whenever someone walks by.

everyday

The movement-detecting device outside my home activates the light when it detects a person.

2

The laboratory is equipped with a high-precision sensor to monitor fluctuations in temperature.

formal

The research facility uses a very accurate detector to track small changes in heat levels.

3

I think the sensor on my phone screen is broken because it doesn't dim correctly.

informal

I believe the light-detecting part of my mobile display is malfunctioning.

4

Researchers utilized an acoustic sensor to track the migration patterns of marine mammals.

academic

Scientists used a sound-detecting instrument to follow the movement of sea animals.

5

Our new smart building system uses a light sensor to reduce energy consumption during off-peak hours.

business

Our office's intelligent management system uses a light-detecting device to save power when not busy.

Famille de mots

Nom
sensor
Verb
sense
Adverbe
sensorially
Adjectif
sensory
Apparenté
sensitivity

Collocations courantes

motion sensor A device that detects physical movement.
temperature sensor A device used to measure heat or cold.
built-in sensor A detector that is an internal part of a machine or device.
high-sensitivity sensor A detector capable of noticing very small changes.
remote sensor A device that collects data from a distance.

Phrases Courantes

sensor-activated

Triggered or turned on by a detection device.

remote sensing

The scanning of the earth by satellite or aircraft to obtain information.

image sensor

A device that converts an optical image into an electronic signal.

Souvent confondu avec

sensor vs censor

A 'censor' is a person who removes offensive content from media, while a 'sensor' is a technical detection device.

sensor vs senses

Biological faculties (like sight or smell) in living organisms, whereas sensors are artificial devices.

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Notes d'usage

The word is primarily used in technical, scientific, and industrial contexts, though it has become common in daily conversation due to smart home technology.

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Erreurs courantes

Learners often misspell the word as 'censor'. Additionally, remember that 'sensor' is the object; the action is 'to sense' or 'to detect'.

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Astuce mémo

Think of your five human 'senses' (sight, hearing, etc.) being built into a computer chip; that chip is a 'sensor'.

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Origine du mot

Derived from the Latin 'sensus', the past participle of 'sentire', meaning 'to feel' or 'to perceive'.

Modèles grammaticaux

Countable noun Plural: sensors Often functions as a noun adjunct (e.g., sensor technology)
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Contexte culturel

The term is central to the 'Internet of Things' (IoT) trend where everyday objects are connected via sensors to the internet.

Quiz rapide

The automatic doors opened as soon as the _______ detected my movement.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : sensor

Mots lis

comagnment

C1

Describes a state of shared administrative authority or joint management over a specific project, resource, or asset. It is typically used in formal or technical contexts to characterize agreements where oversight is distributed among multiple parties.

semiferous

C1

Describing a plant, organ, or biological structure that produces, bears, or carries seeds. It is a technical term used to categorize species or parts based on their reproductive capacity to generate seeds.

inmissery

C1

A formal noun describing the state of being profoundly engulfed in or trapped by extreme distress, sorrow, or wretchedness. It emphasizes the internal and seemingly inescapable nature of one's suffering within a specific situation.

anfractty

C1

To follow a winding, circuitous, or indirect course; to move in a way that involves many twists and turns. Figuratively, it refers to the act of complicating a process or narrative with unnecessary details or indirect logic.

syngestable

C1

A syngestable is a specialized synthetic substance or component designed to be integrated and processed seamlessly within a biological or chemical system. It is used in advanced pharmacology to describe a material that acts as a carrier and is completely absorbed by the host environment.

obcapible

C1

Describes something that is capable of being grasped, perceived, or mentally understood, particularly when referring to abstract concepts or subtle physical phenomena. It implies that an object or idea is within the reach of human comprehension or sensory detection despite its complexity.

monofigist

C1

To represent or condense a multifaceted concept or a collection of entities into a single, unified figure or symbol. It describes the act of extreme synthesis or reductionist modeling in analytical or artistic contexts.

ansimilent

C1

An adjective describing the capacity or tendency of a system, organism, or culture to absorb, integrate, and incorporate external elements into its own structure. It characterizes a process where new information or substances are transformed to become similar to the existing entity.

trimotion

C1

To execute or coordinate a complex sequence involving three distinct modes of movement or action simultaneously or in rapid succession. It is frequently used in technical contexts such as biomechanics, robotics, or specialized physical training to describe multi-directional synchronization.

anprobery

C1

Describing an action, phase, or tool used for preliminary investigation or tentative testing. It refers to the process of probing a situation or subject to gather initial data before proceeding with formal action.

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