Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

stool-pigeon

noun

/ˈstuːl ˈpɪdʒən/

Definition

A stool-pigeon is a person who informs on others, especially to the police or authorities.

Examples

The criminal was betrayed by a stool-pigeon who revealed his whereabouts to the police.
In the movie, the stool-pigeon played a crucial role in bringing down the gang.

Meaning

The term is often used to describe someone who betrays their friends or associates by providing information that can lead to their arrest or punishment.