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(in-ter-cep-tor) 4 syllables

Definition

noun. a person or thing that stops or catches something.

Example Sentence

The airplane was built to be an interceptor in war games.

More Example Sentences

An interceptor is used in many sports.

Synonyms

catcher; stopper; blocker

Antonyms

quarterback

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Rhymes

  • sceptre
  • septer

  • receptor

  • interceptor
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