spying Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun keeping a secret or furtive watch
  2. noun the act of keeping a secret watch for intelligence purposes
    undercover work.
  3. noun the act of detecting something; catching sight of something
    detection; espial; catching; spotting.
  4. verb catch sight of
    espy; spot; descry; spy.
  5. verb watch, observe, or inquire secretly
    sleuth; spy; snoop; stag.
  6. verb catch sight of; to perceive with the eyes
    spy; sight.
    • he caught sight of the king's men coming over the ridge
  7. verb secretly collect sensitive or classified information; engage in espionage
    spy.
    • spy for the Russians

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