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tampering

/tæmˈpɛrɪŋ/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does tampering mean?

noun, verb

The act of interfering with or altering something, especially in a dishonest or unauthorized way. To meddle with or alter something, often in a way that is not authorized or is done secretly.

Example

"The company was accused of tampering with the results of the election."

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