interpellate
Pronunciation: /ˌɪn.təɹˈpɛl.eɪt/
The English word “interpellate” has 3 meanings listed here.
verb
- To interrupt (someone) so as to inform or question (that person about something).
- To address (a person) in a way that presupposes a particular identification of them; to give (a person) an identity (which may or may not be accurate).
- To question (someone) formally concerning official or governmental policy or business.
Etymology
First attested in 1599; borrowed from Latin interpellātus, perfect passive participle of interpellō, see -ate (verb-forming suffix). Cognate with French interpeller.
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More English words
- interpedicular
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- interpenetrable
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