Intelligence Agent
/ɪnˈtɛlɪdʒəns ˈeɪdʒənt/
Definitions
- (n.) An individual employed or authorized to gather, analyze, and report information of strategic, security, or governmental importance, typically for a government agency.
The intelligence agent collected sensitive data on foreign military activities.
Forms
- intelligence agent
- intelligence agents
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Commentary
In legal contexts, an intelligence agent's role is often defined by statutes regulating espionage, privacy, and national security; drafting should clarify scope of authority and protections.
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