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interceptor

The word “interceptor” has 4 syllables: in-ter-cep-tor

It's pronounced as /ˌɪn.tɚˈsɛp.tɚ/

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In the thesaurus, “interceptor” has 7 synonyms and 7 antonyms.

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Synonyms for interceptor

Antonyms for interceptor

  • aggressor
  • assailant
  • attacker
  • intruder
  • invader
  • offender
  • striker

Meanings of interceptor

  • noun
    1. Anything that intercepts something else.
    2. A fast, maneuverable fighter aircraft designed to intercept and destroy enemy aircraft before they can attack.
    3. A guided missile designed to intercept and destroy enemy missiles.
    4. A device to trap, remove, or separate deleterious, hazardous, or undesirable matter (such as oil, grease, gasoline, sand, and sediment) from normal waste conveyed through it, permitting normal sewage or liquid wastes to discharge into the disposal terminal by gravity.
    5. A hook routine that intercepts normal program flow to carry out a task.
    6. A sewer which intercepts sewerage destined for an outfall (e.g. into a river) and redirects it to sewerage treatment plant.

Example Sentences

  • The fighter jet served as an interceptor against incoming enemy aircraft.
  • The team relied on their star interceptor to prevent the opponent’s passes.
  • A missile interceptor was launched to neutralize the threat.
  • The defense line acted as an interceptor to stop the fast striker.
  • Engineers developed a new interceptor system to enhance national security.

On this page you'll find 14 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to interceptor, such as: aggressor, assailant, attacker, blocker, chaser, defender, guardian.

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