spied Meaning, Definition & Usage

1. verb catch sight of
   espy; spot; descry; spy.
   
2. verb watch, observe, or inquire secretly
   sleuth; spy; snoop; stag.
   
3. verb catch sight of; to perceive with the eyes
   spy; sight.
   
   • he caught sight of the king's men coming over the ridge
4. verb secretly collect sensitive or classified information; engage in espionage
   spy.
   
   • spy for the Russians

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