electronic surveillance

electronic surveillance

n

1. (Engineering / Electrical Engineering) the use of such electronic devices as television monitors, video cameras, etc., to prevent burglary, shop lifting, break-ins, etc.

2. (Engineering / Electrical Engineering) monitoring events, conversations, etc., at a distance by electronic means, esp by such covert means as wiretapping or bugging

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Noun

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electronic surveillance - surveillance by electronic means (e.g. television) surveillance - close observation of a person or group (usually by the police)