n. [ L. interpellatio: cf. F. interpellation. ] [ 1913 Webster ] 1. The act of interpelling or interrupting; interruption. “Continual interpellations.” Bp. Hall. [ 1913 Webster ] 2. The act of interposing or interceding; intercession. [ 1913 Webster ] Accepted by his interpellation and intercession. Jer. Taylor. [ 1913 Webster ] 3. An act of interpellating, or of demanding of an officer an explanation of his action; imperative or peremptory questioning; a point raised in a debate. [ 1913 Webster ] 4. A official summons or citation. Ayliffe. [ 1913 Webster ] |