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Synonyms for (noun) intercept

Synonyms: intercept Definition: the point at which a line intersects a coordinate axis

Hypernyms: point Definition: a geometric element that has position but no extension Usage: a point is defined by its coordinates

Synonyms for (verb) intercept

Synonyms: stop, intercept Definition: seize on its way Usage: The fighter plane was ordered to intercept an aircraft that had entered the country's airspace

Hypernyms: catch, take hold of, grab Definition: take hold of so as to seize or restrain or stop the motion of Usage: Catch the ball!; Grab the elevator door!

Synonyms: wiretap, tap, bug, intercept Definition: tap a telephone or telegraph wire to get information Usage: The FBI was tapping the phone line of the suspected spy; Is this hotel room bugged?

Hypernyms: eavesdrop, listen in Definition: listen without the speaker's knowledge Usage: the jealous man was eavesdropping on his wife's conversations