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探测器
tàncèqì
Description
探测器是一种能发现或测量东西的机器。
A 探测器 is a machine that can discover or measure things.
我们用它来找金属、气体，或者送它去太空看别的星球。
We use it to find metal, gas, or send it to space to observe other planets.
Meanings
探测器tàncèqì
detector; sensing device
这个探测器能找到金属。
This detector can find metal.
探测器tàncèqì
probe (space or scientific exploration craft)
科学家把探测器送上了火星。
Scientists sent the detector to Mars.
Related words
Notes
- Etymology
探 (probe) + 测 (measure) + 器 (device/instrument).
- Nuance
covers both handheld detectors and large space probes.
In videos
“它像是一个挂在太空里面的回声探测器”
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