noun
Uncommon
interception
ihnt-SEHP-shuhn
Interception (noun) means the act of stopping or catching something before it reaches its destination. Example: “The quarterback's pass ended in an interception.”
noun
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The act of stopping or catching something before it reaches its destination.
"The quarterback's pass ended in an interception."
"Agents relied on the interception of enemy radio signals."
How to use interception
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe act of catching or stopping something before it arrives.
Common pairings
throw an interception
signal interception
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Word forms
- Plural
- interceptions
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Etymology
Borrowed from Latin interceptio, based on intercipere, "to take between."
Rhymes for interception
region
ablation
allusion
emulsion
ideation
novation
diffusion
elocution
extension
oxidation
perfusion
selection
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Frequently asked questions
What does “interception” mean?
The word “interception” means the act of stopping or catching something before it reaches its destination. In plain terms, the act of catching or stopping something before it arrives.
How do you pronounce “interception”?
“Interception” is pronounced ihnt-SEHP-shuhn (/ɪntɚˈsɛpʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “interception” in a sentence?
Here is “interception” used in a sentence: “The quarterback's pass ended in an interception.”
What part of speech is “interception”?
“Interception” is a noun.
Where does the word “interception” come from?
The word “interception” comes from Latin. Borrowed from Latin interceptio, based on intercipere, "to take between.".
Is “interception” a common word?
“Interception” is an uncommon word in modern English.
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