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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   Alternative form of counterespionage. British, English, alt-of, alternative, especially, uncountable

Synonyms

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counterintelligencebuggingcloak-and-dagger workcounterintelligenceelectronic surveillanceespial

Example

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"The DGSI investigator handles sensitive cases related to domestic security and counter-espionage"

Etymology

From counter- + espionage.

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