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Term: Espionage

Definition:

Esponiage refers to the practice of gathering confidential or classified information, typically of a political or military nature, by spying or covertly gathering intelligence.

Senses:

Sense 1:

Noun: The act or practice of spying.

Example: The government's intelligence agency specializes in counterespionage to thwart enemy spies.

Sense 2:

Noun: The systematic use of spies to gather secret information, especially regarding a foreign government's activities or plans.

Example: The spy exchanged confidential documents with his handler, contributing valuable information to the country's espionage efforts.

Sense 3:

Noun: The activity of spying, especially for a foreign government.

Example: The diplomat was discovered engaging in espionage, leading to strained relations between the two nations.

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