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Yes, detective is playable

...and is worth 17 points.

Found in the following dictionaries

Enable (Words with friends)
SOWPODS (Collins Scrabble Words)
OTCWL2014 (NASPA Word List 2014)
TWL06 (NASPA List 2006)

"Detective" Definition

noun

A person, usually a member of a police force, who investigates crimes and obtains evidence or information.
One employed or engaged in lawbreakers or in getting information that is not readily or publicly accessible.

adjective

Of or relating to detectives or their work: detective novels.
Suited for or used in detection.
Fitted for or used in something .
Of or relating to or their work .

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