How to Pronounce "interceptors"
word
ˌɪnɝˈsɛptɝz/, /ˌɪntɝˈsɛptɝz
in-ter-SEP-terz
ˌɪntəsˈɛptəz
in-tuh-SEP-tuhz
Definition
Interceptors are vehicles, often fast military aircraft, designed to detect and stop enemy planes or missiles before they reach their target. The term can also be used for devices or vehicles that block or catch something in transit.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɪnɝˈsɛptɝz/, /ˌɪntɝˈsɛptɝz
British English
ˌɪntəsˈɛptəz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
in-ter-SEP-terz
UK
in-tuh-SEP-tuhz
Listen in Context
The military sent two interceptors to stop the enemy jet.
Interceptors are designed to be very fast and agile.
Our radar detected incoming drones, so interceptors were launched.
Modern interceptors can react within seconds to any threat.