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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

informers

/ɪnˈfɔːmərz/ noun · British & US
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What does informers mean?

noun

People who provide information, especially secretly or unofficially, often in return for payment or other benefits. Informers may be used by law enforcement agencies or other organizations to gather intelligence or evidence.

Example

"The police used informers to gather evidence against the gang, but the informers' identities were kept secret to protect them from retaliation."

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