interception

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/ɪntɚˈsɛpʃən/ English

Definitions

noun

An act of intercepting something, the state of being intercepted, or a thing that is intercepted.
A passing play where the ball is received by the opposing team.
A pass that is intercepted by an opposing player.

Related words

Synonyms

intercept interceptor interdiction stop apprehension seizure capture veto steal intervention jamming hijacking objection surveillance eavesdropping monitoring

Associated

defensed fumble touchdown yardage yards punt kicker sack linebacker quarterback kickoff rushing

Rhymes

perception conception deception inception misconception reception misperception exception take exception self-deception

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