Meaning of the word interceptor in English
What does interceptor mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
interceptor
US /ˌɪn.t̬ɚˈsep.t̬ɚ/
UK /ˌɪn.təˈsep.tər/
Noun
1.
a person or thing that intercepts, especially an aircraft or missile designed to intercept and destroy enemy aircraft or missiles
Example:
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The air force deployed several interceptors to counter the incoming threat.
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The police used a high-speed interceptor to chase the fleeing suspect.
2.
a device that prevents something from passing through
Example:
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The new sewage system includes an interceptor to prevent solid waste from entering the main pipes.
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The network security team installed an interceptor to monitor suspicious data traffic.