interceptor

• Sustantivo que designa un avión de combate rápido y maniobrero, diseñado para interceptar y atacar aeronaves enemigas; también puede referirse a un dispositivo o persona que intercepta algo.

A noun referring to a fast, maneuverable fighter aircraft designed to intercept and engage enemy planes.

1. Fast fighter aircraftB2formal

   A fast, highly maneuverable military aircraft designed to intercept and attack enemy planes.

   Avión de intercepción

   • The air force deployed an interceptor to chase the unidentified aircraft.
   • Modern interceptors are equipped with advanced radar and missiles.
   • The pilot flew the interceptor at supersonic speeds.