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1. spy
noun. ['ˈspaɪ'] (military) a secret agent hired by a state to obtain information about its enemies or by a business to obtain industrial secrets from competitors.
Etymology
- spy (English)
- spien (Middle English (1100-1500))
2. spy
verb. ['ˈspaɪ'] watch, observe, or inquire secretly.
Etymology
- spy (English)
- spien (Middle English (1100-1500))
3. spy
verb. ['ˈspaɪ'] catch sight of.
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- spy (English)
- spien (Middle English (1100-1500))
4. spy
noun. ['ˈspaɪ'] a secret watcher; someone who secretly watches other people.
Etymology
- spy (English)
- spien (Middle English (1100-1500))
5. spy
verb. ['ˈspaɪ'] secretly collect sensitive or classified information; engage in espionage.
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Etymology
- spy (English)
- spien (Middle English (1100-1500))