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tampering

[ tam-per-ing ]

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noun

the act or process of changing, damaging, or interfering with something, especially with intent to falsify, cheat, or defraud:
Data transmitted over an SSL connection cannot be forged without the two parties becoming immediately aware of the tampering.
In a clear case of tampering, players were caught using sandpaper to alter the ball.
the act or process of dealing secretively, improperly, or underhandedly with someone:
I had a duty to report the witness tampering to the judge.

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Word History and Origins

Origin of tampering¹

tamper ¹( def ) + -ing ¹( def )

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The cypress coffin symbolised humility and mortality; the outer oak coffin, a sign of 'dignity and strength' and the lead coffin, welded to preserve the remains and prevent tampering.

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Democrats accuse them of tampering with funding approved by Congress that is outside the president's scope.

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She added officials believe the tampering may have occurred on Friday.

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“We also want to remind the public that tampering with city infrastructure, including crosswalk signals, is unlawful and poses a safety risk.”

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In the operation, an international gang operating in Romania and Mexico allegedly stole the credit card information of tourists by tampering with ATMs.

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Tampere tamperproof

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