What is the meaning of Detector?

(n.) One who or that which, detects; a detecter.
(n.) Any of various devices for detecting the presence of electric waves.
(n.) An indicator showing the depth of the water in a boiler.
(n.) A galvanometer, usually portable, for indicating the direction of a current.

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