What is another word for listening post?
Pronunciation: [lˈɪsənɪŋ pˈə͡ʊst] (IPA) 
A listening post is a place to gather information, but there are other ways to express the same concept. Alternative synonyms for "listening post" include surveillance post, observation point, intelligence gathering station, eavesdropping station, monitoring station, and reconnaissance hub. Each term emphasizes a particular aspect of the activity: surveillance and observation focus on watching; intelligence gathering and monitoring stress collecting information; eavesdropping means listening to private conversations; and reconnaissance evokes the military connotation of scouting ahead to gather strategic information. Whether it's for espionage, security, or research purposes, a listening post by any other name would still serve to gather intelligence.
