Meaning of the word forensic in English

What does forensic mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

forensic

US /fəˈrɛnsɪk/

UK /fəˈren.zɪk/

relating to or denoting the application of scientific methods and techniques to the investigation of crime.

Example:

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The police sent the evidence to the forensic lab.

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Forensic analysis revealed new clues in the cold case.

Synonym:

criminological investigative judicial

relating to or denoting the use of scientific knowledge or methods in legal proceedings.

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The lawyer presented the forensic evidence to the jury.

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He is an expert in forensic accounting.

Synonym:

legal judicial juridical

Related Word:

forensics forensically forensic science