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The character "侦", historically represented by its traditional form "偵", combines the human radical "人" with the component "貞", which carries connotations of divination and earnest inquiry, indicating an initial sense of probing or seeking knowledge through questioning. This composition points to an earlier usage centered on the act of investigation or information gathering, often through attentive observation. Over time, its application narrowed to specialize in denoting secretive or systematic examination, such as in espionage or detective work, emphasizing the covert acquisition of information. The modern simplified form "侦" maintains the human radical while incorporating a streamlined version of the original phonetic element, preserving the essential notion of detection that defines the character's function today.
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侦探已经出发了。
警方正在侦查这个案件。
他使用了高科技侦听设备。
卫星负责侦察敌方动向。
这个组织专门进行侦讯工作。
犯罪现场被仔细地侦勘过了。
他们试图侦破这个复杂的网络。
现代侦防技术能预防很多犯罪。