intercepting Meaning & Definition
Phonetic codes: IH0 N T ER0 S EH1 P T IH0 NG
What Does Intercepting Mean?
Intercepting is used as a verb meaning present participle and gerund of intercept.
Intercepting Definition (Verb)
- present participle and gerund of intercept
Verb
- To stop, deflect or divert (something in progress or motion).
The police intercepted the package of stolen goods while it was in transit.
- To gain possession of (the ball) in a ball game
- To take or comprehend between.
Synonyms of Intercepting
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Intercepting synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Intercepting
No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.
Intercepting in a Sentence
The police intercepted the package of stolen goods while it was in transit.
Word Forms & Grammar
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