Meaning of the word wiretap in English
What does wiretap mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
wiretap
US /ˈwaɪr.tæp/
UK /ˈwaɪə.tæp/
Verb
to connect a listening device to a telephone line to secretly monitor conversations
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The police had to wiretap the suspect's phone to gather evidence.
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He suspected that the government was wiretapping his office.
Noun
an act of using a concealed listening or recording device to monitor communications
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The wiretap revealed a secret meeting between the two gangs.
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The judge authorized a wiretap on the suspect's residence.