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interception

[in-ter-sep-shuhn]

noun

  1. an act or instance of intercepting.

  2. the state or fact of being intercepted.

  3. Military.

    1. the engaging of an enemy force in an attempt to hinder or prevent it from carrying out its mission.

    2. the monitoring of enemy radio transmission to obtain information.



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51Թ History and Origins

Origin of interception1

First recorded in 1590–1600, interception is from the Latin word Գٱپō- (stem of Գٱپō ). See intercept, -ion
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And while that interception rate is rising, the smugglers are changing their own tactics fast.

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This graphic shows Shubman Gill's interception points when being dismissed playing a forward defensive shot.

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Instead, communication occurred through older technology deemed more secure, like cable phones, or via trusted intermediaries, all in an effort to minimise the risk of interception or detection.

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Earlier, Israeli human rights group Adalah said they were being transferred to Ben Gurion Airport "after more than 72 hours in Israeli custody following the unlawful interception of the Madleen Freedom Flotilla in international waters".

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Loud explosions would mark a successful interception, or a drone reaching its target.

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