Howell.
In`ter*pel"lant (?), a. [L. interpellans, p. pr. See Interpel.]
Interpelling; interrupting. -- n. One who, or that which, interpels.
In`ter*pel"late (?), 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.