intercept — to stop and catch something or someone before they reach their intended destination
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to stop and catch something or someone before they reach their intended destination
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈɪntərsept/
Korean meaning: 가로채다, 차단하다
Korean pronunciation: **인**터셉트
Example Sentences
- The goalkeeper tried to intercept the ball but ended up catching a pigeon instead.
- Secret agents intercepted the villain's pizza delivery order and discovered his hideout.
- The cybersecurity team intercepted the hacker's attempt to breach the system.
intercept
VERB//ˈɪntərsept//
to stop and catch something or someone before they reach their intended destination
The goalkeeper leaps high to intercept the cross before the striker can reach it.
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
라틴어 'intercipere'에서 유래했으며, 원래는 '사이에서 잡다'라는 의미였습니다. 로마 군대가 적의 메시지를 중간에 가로채는 전술에서 사용되었던 단어입니다.
🎵Rhyme
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📝Examples
“The goalkeeper tried to intercept the ball but ended up catching a pigeon instead.”
“Secret agents intercepted the villain's pizza delivery order and discovered his hideout.”
“The cybersecurity team intercepted the hacker's attempt to breach the system.”
“Air traffic control intercepted the unauthorized aircraft entering restricted airspace.”
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