interdiction

American  

[in-ter-dik-shuhn] / ˌɪn tərˈdɪk ʃən /

noun

1. an act or instance of interdicting.

2. the state of being interdicted.

3. an interdict.

4. steady bombardment of enemy positions and communications lines for the purpose of delaying and disorganizing progress.

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Etymology

Origin of interdiction

First recorded in 1485–95, interdiction is from the Latin word interdictiōn- (stem of interdictiō ). See interdict, -ion

Example Sentences

Washington has continued to tighten its stance on Venezuelan oil, with stepped-up interdictions and tougher enforcement increasing risks of temporary export disruptions, the co-founder and CEO adds.

From The Wall Street Journal

The Coast Guard boarded the vessel in an uncontested interdiction that was assisted by the Navy, one of the U.S. officials said.

From The Wall Street Journal

Coast Guard and Navy with interdiction operations in the Caribbean.

From The Wall Street Journal

Southern Command’s headquarters near Miami to coordinate interdiction operations in the region.

From The Wall Street Journal

After interdiction, the Coast Guard typically begins a process that adheres to legal strictures, detaining the crew and eventually turning them over to a U.S. law enforcement agency.

From Salon

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