polygraphy

Meanings

• Noun

  The use of instruments for recording physiological responses, such as blood pressure, heart rate, and breathing, while a person takes a polygraph test to detect lies.

  - "The suspect was given a polygraphy test to determine if he was telling the truth."
  - "The results of the polygraphy test were inconclusive."
  - "The polygraphy examiner interpreted the data from the polygraphy test."

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Variants

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polygraph , polygraphic , polygraphs

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Etymology

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From the Greek words 'poly' meaning many and 'graphos' meaning writer. Originally used to refer to multiple writings or records.

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Trivia

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1. Polygraphy was first used in the late 1800s, but it wasn't until the 1920s that it gained widespread use in law enforcement.

2. The accuracy of polygraph tests is a matter of debate, with some studies suggesting they are only about 60-80% accurate.

3. Polygraph tests are not admissible as evidence in all courts, and their use is subject to various legal restrictions.

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Related Concepts

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1. Lie detector test: A type of polygraph test used to detect lies or deceit.

2. Polygraph examiner: A professional who administers and interprets polygraph tests.

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Culture

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Polygraphy is commonly used in law enforcement and investigations to determine the truthfulness of statements. It has been a subject of controversy due to its accuracy and reliability.

How to Memorize "polygraphy"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a person sitting in front of a polygraph machine with electrodes attached to their body.
   - Visualize the graph-like lines and readings on the screen of the polygraph machine.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'polygraphy' with truth, lies, and investigations.
   - Think of the polygraph machine as a tool for detecting deceit.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym 'POLY' to remember the meaning: Polygraphy is 'Poly'graphic 'L'ying 'O'bservations 'G'athered 'R'ecording 'A'ctivities 'P'hysiological 'Y'ields.

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