wiretap

(Engels)

Noun

A connection installed on a telephone line or other communications system in order to allow a third party to conduct covert surveillance of conversations.

Verb

To install or to use such a connection.

Etimologie (Engels)

Back-formation from wiretapper; or else wire + tap

Sinonieme

bug

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tap

eavesdrop

intercept

overhear

listening device

interception

monitor