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A person employed to secretly obtain information on an enemy or competitor
“The locals feared he was a German spy, and the government forced him to leave.”
A person who is watching someone, something, or an area
“It would have perhaps have been manned by a spy on the lookout for danger from raiders or angry rebellions.”
A police officer who looks for evidence as part of solving a crime
One who turns against a previous affiliation or allegiance
Informing on someone to authorities in exchange for leniency or protection from prosecution
A lookout (person who keeps watch)
The act of keeping watch over an area by traveling around it
To keep a secret watch on someone
“The chips transmit signals and civil liberties groups fear the technology could eventually be used to spy on consumers.”
To search around, or look out, for something
“I walked down to the hillock by the roadside that particular Sunday after tea, to admire the view and to spy for possible deer.”
To notice, especially by careful observation
“I strongly recommend you pick up the book to read should you spy a copy on someone's bookshelf.”
To secretly listen in on the conversations of others
“Why spy on their conversation? Or was it an accident? Had he simply been gardening and accidentally overheard them?”
To work or carry out activities as a spy
“Sights like that were rare, even in his profession, but made putting his life on the line to spy for his country even more worthwhile.”
To look or stare at someone or something, especially intently
To look at quickly or furtively
To investigate or meddle in a matter, especially the private affairs of others
Involving secret work within a community or organization
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