Subdetection

adj

adj ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Adjective
  1. 1
    Below the threshold of what can be detected. not-comparable, rare

    "“These pests can be there at subdetection levels for years if not decades,” said Mr. Carey, who worked on the medfly infestation."

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"“These pests can be there at subdetection levels for years if not decades,” said Mr. Carey, who worked on the medfly infestation."

Etymology

From sub- + detection.

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