sixth column

sixth col·umn

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Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [siksth kol-uh m]
- /sɪksθ ˈkɒl əm/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [siksth kol-uh m]
- /sɪksθ ˈkɒl əm/

Definitions of sixth column words

noun sixth column the persons residing in a country at war who are devoted to aiding the fifth column in its activities, especially by lowering morale, spreading rumors, etc. 1
noun sixth column the persons residing in a country at war who are devoted to blocking the efforts of the fifth column. 1

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Parts of speech for Sixth column

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sixth column popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 32% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

According to our data about 63% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

sixth column usage trend in Literature

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