interception

[ in-ter-sep-shuhn ]

noun

1. an act or instance of intercepting.
2. the state or fact of being intercepted.
3. Military.
   1. the engaging of an enemy force in an attempt to hinder or prevent it from carrying out its mission.
   2. the monitoring of enemy radio transmission to obtain information.

Word History and Origins

Origin of interception¹

First recorded in 1590–1600, interception is from the Latin word interceptiōn- (stem of interceptiō ). See intercept, -ion

Example Sentences

A spokesperson for NGN said it published an apology in 2011 to "victims of voicemail interception by the News of the World", adding that the company had "publicly committed to paying financial compensation" and had since "paid settlements to those with proper claims".

From BBC

In 2014, while playing for the Detroit Lions, Stafford completed 19 of 46 passes for 264 yards, with an interception, in a 34-9 defeat.

From Los Angeles Times

Stafford completed 32 of 46 passes for 293 yards with an interception.

From Los Angeles Times

Soccer standout Julianna Sarabia had interception and TD run in win over Birmingham.

From Los Angeles Times

Halyee Weatherspoon had two touchdowns, including returning an interception for a score, and MarySol Jernigan passed for four touchdowns.

From Los Angeles Times