intelligence office

Historically, 'intelligence office' had dual meanings, ranging from employment services to governmental information gathering.

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Definition

C1Employment

(dated, formal)A place where job seekers can find information about employment opportunities, especially for domestic help.

Example

  • In the 19th century, many job seekers visited the intelligence office to find work as servants.

C1Government

(technical, military)An agency responsible for collecting and analyzing information, often for national security purposes.

Example

  • The intelligence office played a crucial role in national defense by providing timely information on potential threats.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "intelligence office":

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