Wiretap

Meaning

Noun

●

In Espionage:

A

on a

or other

system in order to

a

of conversations.

Verb

●

To

or to use such a connection.

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Origin

wiretap

English

tap

English

tappe

Middle English (1100-1500)

tæppa

Old English (ca. 450-1100)

tæppian

Old English (ca. 450-1100)

wire

English

wīr

Old English (ca. 450-1100)

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