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wiretapping

/ˈwaɪərˌtæpɪŋ/ noun · British & US
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What does wiretapping mean?

noun

The act of secretly listening to or recording a person's phone calls or other communications, typically by tapping into a telephone line or using electronic surveillance.

Example

"The government was accused of engaging in widespread wiretapping without a warrant."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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