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interpellate

The correct spelling is interpellate.

How to pronounce interpellate

verb

IPA: /ɪn.ˈtɜɹ.pə.ˌleɪt/

Say it like: Int-erp-ell-ate

The correct spelling is interpellate. To interrupt (someone) so as to inform or question (that person about something).

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Definition

verb

  1. 1.To interrupt (someone) so as to inform or question (that person about something).
  2. 2.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).
  3. 3.To question (someone) formally concerning official or governmental policy or business.

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