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spies

The correct spelling is spies.

How to pronounce spies

noun

IPA: /spaɪz/

Say it like: Spee-s

The correct spelling is spies. A person who secretly watches and examines the actions of other individuals or organizations and gathers information on them (usually to gain an advantage). For example: "During the Cold War, Russia and America would each spy on each other for recon."

Usage Examples

During the Cold War, Russia and America would each spy on each other for recon.

I think I can spy that hot guy coming over here.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A person who secretly watches and examines the actions of other individuals or organizations and gathers information on them (usually to gain an advantage).

verb

  1. 1.To act as a spy.
  2. 2.To spot; to catch sight of.
  3. 3.To search narrowly; to scrutinize.
  4. 4.To explore; to see; to view; inspect and examine secretly, as a country.

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