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Noun: fifth column  fifth'kó-lum
  1. A subversive group that supports the enemy and engages in espionage or sabotage; an enemy in your midst
    - Trojan horse

Derived forms: fifth columns

Type of: social unit, unit

Encyclopedia: Fifth column

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