noun a person who provides information to the police or other authorities, often in exchange for special treatment or immunity
A stool pigeon is a criminal informant who provides information to law enforcement in exchange for leniency or other benefits.
In espionage, a stool pigeon may refer to a double agent who pretends to be loyal to one side while secretly working for the other.
In the criminal underworld, a stool pigeon is often viewed as a traitor or snitch by other criminals.
Stool pigeons play a crucial role in informant networks by gathering intelligence and providing valuable information to authorities.
In literature, a stool pigeon may refer to a character who betrays their companions or provides information to authorities.
In psychology, the term stool pigeon may be used metaphorically to describe someone who provides information about others in a group therapy setting.