1. Plural of intel; information or intelligence, especially secret or confidential information gathered for military, governmental, or business purposes.
Usage: informal; often used in military, law enforcement, or espionage contexts

Examples

• The agency shared intels about the suspected terrorist network.
• Military commanders reviewed the latest intels before planning the operation.
• She gathered intels from multiple sources to complete the investigation.
• The report contained classified intels that required top-secret clearance.
• Analysts processed intels from satellites and field agents throughout the day.