fifty-cent army

A form of 50 cent army — Alleged Internet users who are paid by the authorities of the People's Republic of China to spread propaganda and disinformation on their behalf.

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nounfifty-cent army (uncountable)
  1. alternativeuncountableAlternative form of 50 cent army.
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