Word | bush telegraph |
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Description | a rapid informal spreading of information or rumor the network through which this takes place This expression originated in the late 19th century, referring to the network of informers who kept bushrangers informed about the movements of the police in the Australian bush or outback. a rapid informal spreading of information or rumor the network through which this takes place This expression originated in the late 19th century, referring to the network of informers who kept bushrangers info |
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