Etymology

intercept

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Today it means: To stop, deflect or divert (something in progress or motion). Full definition →

Latin interceptum
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  1. Latin · borrowed frominterceptum
  2. English todayintercept

Borrowed from Latin interceptum, past participle of intercipiō.

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