1. the action of stopping and catching something that is traveling from one place to another
2. in sports, especially football, the act of catching a pass intended for the opposing team
Usage: sports
3. the act of secretly listening to or reading private communications

Examples

• The interception of the enemy’s radio signals provided valuable intelligence.
• The quarterback threw three interceptions during the game.
• Border agents made an interception of illegal drugs at the checkpoint.
• The cornerback’s interception in the end zone saved the game.
• Government interception of phone calls requires a warrant.
• The interception of the missile prevented a disaster.
• His pass was returned for a touchdown after the interception.