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defector

/dɪˈfɛktər/ noun · British & US
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What does defector mean?

noun

A person who defects, especially from a country or organization, or a person who leaves a particular activity or profession. A person who betrays their country or organization by secretly working for another country or organization.

Example

"The defector revealed sensitive information about the government's plans."

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