interdiction Meaning & Definition
/ˌɪn.tə(ɹ)ˈdɪk.ʃən/
What Does Interdiction Mean?
Interdiction is a noun that means The act of interdicting or something interdicted. It can also mean The destruction of an enemy's military potential before it can be used.
Word Facts for Interdiction
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˌɪn.tə(ɹ)ˈdɪk.ʃən/ |
| Syllables | 4 |
| Synonyms | proscription, ban and prohibition |
| Plural | interdictions |
Interdiction Definition (Noun)
- The act of interdicting or something interdicted.
- The destruction of an enemy's military potential before it can be used.
Synonyms of Interdiction
Interdiction synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
interdiction (countable and uncountable, plural interdictions)
Words That Rhyme With Interdiction
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Origin of Interdiction
From Middle English, borrowed from French interdiction, itself a borrowing from Latin interdictiō.
How to Pronounce Interdiction
The standard pronunciation of interdiction is /ˌɪn.tə(ɹ)ˈdɪk.ʃən/, spoken in 4 syllables, with the main stress on the third syllable (dɪk).
Interdiction: Your Questions Answered
What part of speech is interdiction?
Interdiction is a noun.
What is another word for interdiction?
Close synonyms of interdiction are proscription, ban and prohibition. See the full list of interdiction synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of interdiction?
The plural of interdiction is interdictions.