"oppo research" meaning in All languages combined

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Noun [English]

Etymology: Clipping of opposition research. Etymology templates: {{clipping|en|opposition research}} Clipping of opposition research Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} oppo research (uncountable)
  1. (US, politics, informal) Research into one's opponent's family, friends, and past, which aims to uncover activities or interests which embarrass or discredit them. Tags: US, informal, uncountable Categories (topical): Politics
    Sense id: en-oppo_research-en-noun-fgOSLuU0 Categories (other): American English, English entries with incorrect language header Topics: government, politics

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