fifth column
Pronunciation
/fˈɪfθ kˈɑːlʌm/

Definition & Meaning of "fifth column"in English

Fifth column
01

a group within a country or organization that secretly supports an enemy, often engaging in sabotage or espionage

Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Plural form
fifth columns
Examples
The government feared a fifth column working to undermine national security.
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