definition of
cabal

[1] #1 cabal n. [faction, junto, camarilla] a clique (often secret) that seeks power usually through intrigue. wn

[2] #2 cabal v. [conspire, complot, conjure, machinate] engage in plotting or enter into a conspiracy, swear together; "They conspired to overthrow the government". wn

[3] #3 cabal n. [conspiracy] a plot to carry out some harmful or illegal act (especially a political plot). wn