Secret Agent
/ˈsiːkrɪt ˈeɪdʒənt/
Definitions
- (n.) An individual authorized to conduct espionage or covert operations on behalf of a government or organization.
The secret agent gathered intelligence behind enemy lines.
Forms
- secret agent
- secret agents
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Commentary
In legal contexts, a secret agent often operates under confidentiality provisions and may be subject to specific statutes regarding intelligence and national security.
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