Interlock — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb noun /ˌin-tər-ˈläk/ (verb) /ˈin-tər-ˌläk/ (noun) in·ter·lock

Meaning & Definition of Interlock

Interlock (verb)

  1. to become locked together or interconnected
  2. to lock together, unite
  3. to connect so that the motion or operation of any part is constrained by another

Interlock (noun)

  1. the quality, state, sense, or an instance of being interlocked
  2. an arrangement in which the operation of one part or mechanism automatically brings about or prevents the operation of another
  3. a stretchable fabric made on a circular knitting machine and consisting of two ribbed fabrics joined by interlocking

Interlock (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to fit (two or more things) together securely

    "She interlocked her fingers with his."

    similar: articulate, dovetail, integrate, intermesh, catenate, chain, compound, concatenate, conjugate, connect, couple, hitch, hook, interconnect, interlink, join, link, yoke, cord, string, wire, cement, coalesce, combine, fuse, unite, weld
    opposite: detach, disengage, divide, part, split, cleave, rupture, sever, sunder, disconnect, disjoin, disjoint, dissever, disunite, separate, unchain, uncouple, unhitch, unlink, unyoke

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Interlock

The most common words with a similar meaning to Interlock:

articulate, dovetail, integrate, intermesh, catenate, chain, compound, concatenate, conjugate, connect, couple, hitch, hook, interconnect, interlink, join, link, yoke, cord, string, wire, cement, coalesce, combine, fuse, unite, weld

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Interlock

Words with the opposite meaning of Interlock:

detach, disengage, divide, part, split, cleave, rupture, sever, sunder, disconnect, disjoin, disjoint, dissever, disunite, separate, unchain, uncouple, unhitch, unlink, unyoke

Word Forms of Interlock

Inflections: interlocked, interlocking, interlocks

Origin & Etymology of Interlock

First known use: 1632i

Frequently Asked Questions about Interlock

What does "Interlock" mean?

"Interlock" means to become locked together or interconnected. As an a verb and a noun, it is defined as: to become locked together or interconnected.

What is another word for "Interlock"?

Other words for "Interlock" include articulate, dovetail, integrate, intermesh, catenate, chain, compound and concatenate. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Interlock" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Interlock"?

There are 27 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Interlock". Common alternatives include articulate, dovetail, integrate, intermesh, catenate, chain, compound, concatenate, conjugate and connect.

What is the opposite of "Interlock"?

Antonyms of "Interlock" include detach, disengage, divide, part, split, cleave, rupture and sever.

How do you use "Interlock" in a sentence?

Examples of "Interlock" in a sentence: "She interlocked her fingers with his.".

Is "Interlock" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Interlock" can be used as a verb and a noun, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Interlock"?

"Interlock" is pronounced /ˌin-tər-ˈläk/ as a verb and /ˈin-tər-ˌläk/ as a noun and divided into syllables as in·ter·lock.

What is the origin of the word "Interlock"?

First known use: 1632i.