ˌ ̷ ̷ ̷ ̷ˈ ̷ ̷tə(r) noun
( -s )
Etymology: Latin, from interceptus (past participle) + -or
: one that intercepts: as
a. : a device for preventing the entrance of solid matter, grease, or other material into a drain subject to clogging
b. : a light high-speed fast-climbing fighter plane designed for defense against raiding bombers