intercept
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: intercepts · intercepting · intercepted
Sense 1
To stop, deflect or divert (something in progress or motion).
Verb
Examples
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
To gain possession of (the ball) in a ball game.
Verb
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 3
An interception of a radio broadcast or a telephone call.
Noun
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 4
An interception of a missile.
Noun
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “intercept” mean?
To stop, deflect or divert (something in progress or motion).
Is “intercept” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.