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

Palmer struggled that day for the Trojans, his 252 passing yards and two touchdowns offset by two interceptions, a fumble, six sacks and a run game that generated only 3.9 yards per carry.

From Los Angeles Times

Stafford has passed for 13 touchdowns this season, with seven interceptions.

From Los Angeles Times

The Patriots pulled within six points with about five minutes left, but rookie safety Kam Kinchens sealed the victory with an interception.

From Los Angeles Times

The ball ended up in the hands of Fifita Moore for an interception.

From Los Angeles Times

Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff also turned the ball over a lot last Sunday, throwing a career-high five interceptions against the Texans.

From BBC