intercept
Translation
to intercept
Examples
The spy tried to intercept the message.
The spy tried to intercept the message.
The defender will intercept the pass.
The defender will intercept the pass.
Fighter jets can intercept enemy bombers.
Fighter jets can intercept enemy bombers.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to stop or catch (sth.) that is on its way somewhere The defender will intercept the pass.
Similar Words
Synonyms: block, stop, seize; Antonyms: allow, let go
Etymology
From Latin 'inter-' (between) + 'capere' (to take). Literally 'to take between'.
Memory Tips
Imagine a football player getting 'inter' (between) the receiver and the ball to 'cept' (take) it.