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Intelligence

Ih-NTEH-luh-juhns

/ˌɪˈntɛlʌdʒʌns/

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intelligence

Dictionary meaning

The operation of gathering information about an enemy.

Examples

  • We sent out planes to gather intelligence on their radar coverage.

Synonyms: intelligence activity, intelligence operation

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