Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
counterspying
Noun
/ˈkaʊntərˌspaɪɪŋ/
Definition
The practice of preventing espionage or gathering intelligence on espionage efforts.
Examples
- The security agency employed counterspying techniques to protect sensitive information.
- Her counterspying efforts revealed several attempts at corporate espionage.
Meaning
Counterspying involves measures taken to detect and neutralize spying activities directed against an individual or organization.
Synonyms
- Counterintelligence
- Espionage prevention
- Intelligence defense
