INTERCEPTOR


Meaning of INTERCEPTOR in English

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

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