A phase detector is a circuit or instrument that detects the difference in phase between corresponding points on two signals. It is the main part of phase-locked loop.
Example Usage of detector
adwait: Wish my GPS had a smart route detector, city streets for distances less than 20 miles, freeways/combo for others. Sigh
BulletteKitty: @GuruMN I'm pretty sure they are, I know that they're metal- doc said I'll set off metal detector alarms. LOL :P
Emilywsyx6: Just set off a smoke detector at my desk -- WAY louder than anticipated! ABC 6 at 5, I'll tell you who wants to help install yours for you.