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Meaning of cabal in English

  1. Pronunciation

    /kəˈbæl/

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  1. Verb

    cabal

    Definitions

    1. engage in plotting or enter into a conspiracy, swear together

    Examples

    • « They conspired to overthrow the government »
  2. Noun

    cabal

    Etymology

    late 16th century (denoting the Kabbalah): from French cabale, from medieval Latin cabala (see Kabbalah)

    Definitions

    1. a clique (often secret) that seeks power usually through intrigue
  3. 2. a plot to carry out some harmful or illegal act (especially a political plot)

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