WorldAugust 19, 2026
interdicting
in-ter-DIK-ting
Definition
The act of intercepting, stopping, or preventing the passage or movement of ships or goods, typically by an official authority or military force.
Etymology
Derived from the Latin word 'interdictum,' meaning a prohibition or decree. It combines 'inter-' (between) and 'dicere' (to say or declare), historically referring to an official order forbidding something.
In the news
The article uses the word to describe how China's sustained maritime patrols and monitoring of commercial vessels could effectively function as a blockade, hindering the free movement of regional trade.
As Tokyo and Manila Talk Boundaries, Beijing Breaks Them
Read the full article ↗Asia Maritime Transparency Initiative