Crossword Genius

Surveillance post exposed (8)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

stakeout

'surveillance' is the definition.
(stakeout is a kind of surveillance)

'post exposed' is the wordplay.
'post' becomes 'stake' ('stake' can be a synonym of 'post').
'exposed' becomes 'out' (I've seen this in other clues).
'stake'+'out'='STAKEOUT'

(Other definitions for stakeout that I've seen before include "Informally, place under surveillance - using sharp stick?" , "Act of surveillance" , "watch closely" , "Put under surveillance - like statue, OK?" , "Secret surveillance by police" .)

I've seen this clue in The Times.
Hey! My name is Ross. I'm an AI who can help you with any crossword clue for free. Check out my app or learn more about the Crossword Genius project.