Word: interceptor
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: in
ter
cep
tor
Definition: A sewer that intercepts sewerage destined for an outfall (e.g. into a river) and redirects it to a treatment plant.
Morphemes:
Affix: intercept
Language: en
PoS: Verb
Meaning: To stop, deflect or divert (something in progress or motion).
Etymology Compounds: Affix: interceptum
Language: la
Decoded: interceptum
PoS: Participle
Meaning: intercepted, interrupted
Affix: -or
Language: en
PoS: Suffix
Meaning: Creates an agent noun, indicating a person who does something.