lie detection
noun1
Informal The use of polygraphs during interrogation in an attempt to verify the truth or falsity of a subject's responses
2
Broadly The use of any technique intended to detect deception.
- Hyponyms
- polygraphy
noun — 2 senses
Informal The use of polygraphs during interrogation in an attempt to verify the truth or falsity of a subject's responses
Broadly The use of any technique intended to detect deception.
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