Meaning of the word spied in English
What does spied mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
spied
US /spaɪd/
UK /spaɪd/
Past Tense
1.
saw or noticed (someone or something) especially after searching or looking hard
Example:
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She spied a rare bird in the dense foliage.
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The children spied their parents arriving from afar.
2.
acted as a spy; secretly gathered information about someone or something
Example:
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He spied on his competitors to learn their business strategies.
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The agent spied on the enemy's movements for weeks.