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intercept 1. Maths a. a point at which two figures intersect b. the distance from the origin to the point at which a line, curve, or surface cuts a coordinate axis c. an intercepted segment 2. Sport US and Canadian the act of intercepting an opponent's pass intercept [¦in·tər¦sept] (crystallography) One of the distances cut off a crystal's reference axis by planes. (mapping) (mathematics) The point where a straight line crosses one of the axes of a cartesian coordinate system. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Visual modulation of interceptive action: a reply to Savelsbergh. Today, dental appliances are experiencing dramatic growth as alternative treatments, both preventative and cosmetic, for procedures such as adult tooth movement, bleaching, interceptive orthodontics and for the treatment of sleep apnea. |
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