v. t. [ See Interpel. ] To question imperatively, as a minister, or other executive officer, in explanation of his conduct; -- generally on the part of a legislative body. [ 1913 Webster ]

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 ]