Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
phone-tapping
Noun
/ˈfoʊn ˈtæpɪŋ/
Definition
the act of secretly monitoring or recording telephone conversations.
Examples
- Phone-tapping can be a legal tool for FBI investigations.
- Many people are concerned about their privacy due to the rise of phone-tapping technologies.
- The scandal involved allegations of illegal phone-tapping by the company.
Meaning
Phone-tapping refers to the process of intercepting or listening to phone calls without the consent of the parties involved. It is often used for surveillance or investigative purposes, sometimes by law enforcement agencies or, illegally, by private individuals.
Synonyms
- wiretapping
- telephone surveillance
- interception
