Interception Meaning
/ɪntɚˈsɛpʃən/Definition, CEFR level C1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounAn act of intercepting something, the state of being intercepted, or a thing that is intercepted.
nounAn aeronautical action in which a fighter approaches a suspicious aircraft to escort it away from a prohibited area, or approaches an enemy aircraft to shoot it down.
Sentence Examples
Tom made an important interception as his team defended their one-nil lead.
Did you see my interception?
CEFR Practice Quiz
The police's ____ of the smuggled goods stopped them from entering the country.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The detective's ____ of the secret message allowed the police to prevent the bank robbery.
Word Origin & History
Borrowed from Latin interceptiō; compare French interception.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The police's ____ of the smuggled goods stopped them from entering the country.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The detective's ____ of the secret message allowed the police to prevent the bank robbery.