D defs.my
Entry 1 sense Webster, 1913

Interpellate

· In·ter·pel·late · IPA /ˌɪn.təɹˈpɛl.eɪt/
01 v. t. To question imperatively, as a minister, or other executive officer, in explanation of his conduct; -- generally on the part of a legislati…
  1. 1.
    To question imperatively, as a minister, or other executive officer, in explanation of his conduct; -- generally on the part of a legislative body.