in·ter·cep·tor

also in·ter·cept·er (ĭn′tər-sĕp′tər)

One that intercepts, specifically a fast-climbing, highly maneuverable fighter plane designed to intercept enemy aircraft or a guided missile designed to intercept enemy missiles and spacecraft.

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interceptor

(ˌɪntəˈsɛptə) or

intercepter

1. a person or thing that intercepts

2. (Military) a fast highly manoeuvrable fighter aircraft used to intercept enemy aircraft

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in•ter•cep•tor

or in•ter•cept•er

(ˌɪn tərˈsɛp tər)

n.

1. a person or thing that intercepts.

2. a fighter airplane capable of speedily intercepting hostile aircraft.

[1590–1600; < Latin]

interceptor

A manned aircraft utilized for identification and/or engagement of airborne objects.

Dictionary of Military and Associated Terms. US Department of Defense 2005.

ThesaurusAntonymsRelated WordsSynonymsLegend:

Noun

interceptor - a fast maneuverable fighter plane designed to intercept enemy aircraft

attack aircraft, fighter aircraft, fighter - a high-speed military or naval airplane designed to destroy enemy aircraft in the air

Translations

Abfangjäger

intercettore

interceptor

[ˌɪntəˈseptəʳ] N → interceptor m

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interceptor

n (Aviat) → Abfangjäger m

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