"flaps and seals" meaning in English

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Noun

Etymology: Referring to parts of an envelope. Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} flaps and seals (uncountable)
  1. (espionage) The covert interception and examination of postal mail. Tags: uncountable Categories (topical): Espionage
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