noun
- people who secretly give information about others to authorities, especially about illegal activities
Usage: plural of informer
Examples
- The police relied on informers to gather evidence about the drug ring.
- Several informers provided tips that led to the arrest.
- The gang suspected there were informers among their members.
- Informers often face danger if their identities are revealed.
- The detective protected the identities of his informers.
- Many informers work with law enforcement in exchange for reduced sentences.