tradecraft

noun

Meaning

The specialized techniques, methods, and skills used in intelligence, espionage, or clandestine operations.

Examples

The novel provides a fascinating look into the complex tradecraft used by spies during the Cold War.
Mastering basic tradecraft, such as dead drops and secure communication, is essential for any field agent.

Synonyms: skills, methods, expertise, clandestine techniques

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tradecraft

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈtreɪdkræft/

Definition

The specialized techniques, methods, and skills used in intelligence, espionage, or clandestine operations.

Examples

The novel provides a fascinating look into the complex tradecraft used by spies during the Cold War.
Mastering basic tradecraft, such as dead drops and secure communication, is essential for any field agent.
His long career in intelligence allowed him to develop a level of tradecraft that few others could match.

Synonyms of tradecraft

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