Show-out
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Show-out is a noun meaning A surreptitious signal made by an informer to the police contact, indicating that it is safe to approach.
Meaning
A surreptitious signal made by an informer to the police contact, indicating that it is safe to approach.
Example Sentences
On entering the venue, the detective had to avoid approaching or acknowledging whoever he was meeting. First, the detective had to wait for the 'show out'. This consisted of a brief nod, signalling that there was nobody around who might blow the informer's cover.
Word Forms
- show-outs
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include tell, doorstepping, bust-out, comeout, sidle, pass.
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