Hard-bitten detective Synonyms

Definitions for Hard-bitten


  • (adjective) able to withstand hardship, strain, or exposure
  • (adjective) tough and callous by virtue of experience

Definitions for Detective


  • (noun) a person not on the police force who investigates criminal or illicit activity or searches for missing persons
  • (noun) a police officer who investigates crimes
  • (noun) an investigator engaged or employed in obtaining information not easily available to the public