interception
Translation
interception
Examples
The defender made a brilliant interception.
The defender made a brilliant interception.
The interception of the message was crucial.
The interception of the message was crucial.
Grammar Patterns
((of sth.)) the act of stopping (sth.) from reaching its destination the interception of a message
Similar Words
Synonyms: blocking, seizure, stopping; Antonyms: delivery, release
Etymology
From Latin 'inter-' (between) + 'capere' (to take). Literally 'to take between'.
Memory Tips
Imagine a football player jumping 'in between' the passer and receiver to 'take' the ball.