Meaning & Definition of word "Sleuth"

Sleuth

/sluːθ/

1. A detective or investigator.
- Example: The sleuth followed the clues meticulously to solve the mystery.
2. A person who investigates crimes or gathers information, often in a discreet manner.
- Example: The private sleuth was hired to dig up dirt on the corrupt politician.

1. To search for information or investigate, often in a secretive manner.
- Example: She decided to sleuth around the neighborhood to find out who had been making the strange noises at night.
2. To act like a detective, especially in trying to discover something.
- Example: He sleuthed through old records to find details about his family's history.

●From the Scottish word 'sleuth-hound', a type of dog used in tracking.

sleuthing around:

To search for information in a secretive or stealthy manner.

private sleuth:

A detective who works independently rather than for a police force.

investigate:

To carry out research or inquiries to discover facts.

detective:

A person whose occupation is to investigate and solve crimes.

Meaning: A person who is overly curious or prying into others' affairs.

● Example Sentence: Stop being such a sleuth, you're not in a detective movie!

Meaning: To act in a secretive manner to find out information.

● Example Sentence: He sleuthed around the office to find out who was getting promoted.