Dictionary Check: spy

"spy" is a valid word!

Scrabble 8 points
Words with Friends 8 points

Definition

noun

(military) a secret agent hired by a state to obtain information about its enemies or by a business to obtain industrial secrets from competitors

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noun

a secret watcher; someone who secretly watches other people

Example: "my spies tell me that you had a good time last night"
verb

catch sight of

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verb

watch, observe, or inquire secretly

Synonyms:
verb

catch sight of; to perceive with the eyes

Example: "he caught sight of the king's men coming over the ridge"
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verb

secretly collect sensitive or classified information; engage in espionage

Example: "spy for the Russians"

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