explosive trace detection
- noun
- Specialized
:
detección de trazas explosivas
- The new security policy mandates explosive trace detection for all checked baggage.
Examples
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Technicians calibrated the explosive trace detection equipment before the morning rush.
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The airport uses explosive trace detection to ensure passenger safety.
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Many airports rely on explosive trace detection to enhance security at checkpoints.
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Have you heard about explosive trace detection technology?
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The new luggage screening system utilizes advanced explosive trace detection technology to identify potential threats.
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Airport personnel regularly use explosive trace detection methods to scan bags for any residue of explosives.
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Using explosive trace detection, security staff can effectively identify traces of harmful substances in luggage.
Synonyms
A machine that finds small amounts of explosives on bags or surfaces
A device that checks for tiny amounts of explosives at security checkpoints
How Sensitive
- Specialized
- Specialized
Surface Forms
Morphology
The phrase literally combines 'explosive' (relating to explosives), 'trace' (a small sign), and 'detection' (the process of finding something), so its meaning — the detection of tiny traces of explosive substances — is directly derivable from the constituents. Although it is somewhat technical in register, the compositional structure is transparent and follows common cross-linguistic patterns, so a B1 learner who knows the component words would understand the basic idea.
Etymology
The noun explosive trace detection describes checking for tiny bits of an explosive, where trace means a very small piece and detection means finding it with a machine. Imagine a detective looking for a fingerprint; finding a tiny 'trace' tells staff there may be danger, so the phrase means 'a way to find very small amounts of explosives'.
