What is sabotage meaning?

Sabotage refers to deliberate actions taken by an individual or a group to cause harm or damage to a person, organization or a system. It can be done in various ways, such as disrupting operations, destroying property, altering or stealing information, communication interference, and other methods.

Sabotage can be carried out for various reasons, including personal gain, revenge, political or ideological motives, or as a form of protest. It is considered a criminal act and can result in serious punishment.

The term "sabotage" originated in France during the Industrial Revolution when factory workers would throw their wooden shoes (sabots) into machinery to disrupt production. Today, the term has a much broader meaning and can refer to any deliberate or intentional act of harm or damage.