deep state

noun
/ˈdiːp ˈsteɪt/US

Etymology

A calque of Turkish derin devlet (“deep state”). Early uses were in relation to Turkey, especially the 1996 Susurluk scandal.

  1. derived from derin devlet — “deep state

Definitions

  1. A large group of people, typically members of government agencies and the military,…

    A large group of people, typically members of government agencies and the military, believed to have enduring political influence that is difficult for an administration that is voted into power to counter or dislodge.

    • Since 1989–90, Pakistan’s ‘deep state’ – the army and the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) – has been waging a war against India through asymmetric means. The deep state has been sponsoring radical extremist organisations […]

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