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forensics

[fuh-ren-siks, -ziks]

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noun

(used with a singular or plural verb)

forensic science.
For graduates in analytical chemistry, opportunities exist not only in the pharma sector but also in areas such as forensics and food processing.
If we’ve been hacked, we’re going to need someone with experience in computer forensics and cybersecurity.
null Forensics a branch, department, lab, etc., employing professionals skilled in forensic science.
The stained garments were sent to forensics for analysis.
the art or study of argumentation and formal debate.
His prowess at cogent and engaging persuasion comes from his training in classical forensics.

adjective

relating to, trained in, or making use of forensic science.
She works in the forensics lab of a police department.
A forensics expert determined that the marks were not made by teeth.
of or relating to the art or study of argumentation and formal debate.
In our forensics program, students learn to speak with knowledge, grace, eloquence, respect, and winsomeness.

forensics

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noun

(functioning as singular or plural) the art or study of formal debating

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Word History and Origins

Origin of forensics¹

First recorded in 1840–45; plural of forensic ( def. ); -ics ( def. )

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These are roles such as security operations, incident response and forensics, in contrast to red teamers - the ethical hackers who look for vulnerabilities and often prefer to operate alone.

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A fire investigation officer has told a BBC podcast that a forensics contractor allowed crucial evidence to be put in a skip, while another investigator claimed samples were packaged incorrectly.

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An investigation is underway with forensics team at scene, while the road has been cordoned off.

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She also found that there were missed investigative opportunities in areas such as forensics, fingerprints and palm prints and witness inquiries.

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Those plans include scrapping the Royal Parks police and Safer Schools officers, along with cuts to forensics and mounted police, and potentially taking firearms off the Flying Squad.

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