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spy
noun(spy)
(military) a secret agent hired by a state to obtain information about its enemies or by a business to obtain industrial secrets from competitors
Synonyms: undercover agent,
spy
verb(spy)
catch sight of
Synonyms: descry, espy, spot,
spy
verb(spy)
watch, observe, or inquire secretly
Synonyms: sleuth, snoop, stag,
spy
verb(spy)
catch sight of; to perceive with the eyes
Synonyms: sight,
spy
noun(spy)
a secret watcher; someone who secretly watches other people
spy
verb(spy)
secretly collect sensitive or classified information; engage in espionage
Examples:
Spy for the Russians.

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