The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 5 letter word SNOOP
I've seen this crossword clue in The Daily Telegraph
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More clues leading to the result SNOOP
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What does SNOOP mean?
SNOOP noun- The act of snooping
- One who snoops
- A private detective
- To be devious and cunning so as not to be seen.
- To secretly spy on or investigate, especially into the private personal life of others.