Interlope — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of Interlope
Interlope (verb)
- to encroach on the rights (as in trade) of others
- intrude, interfere
Interlope (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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to interest oneself in what is not one's concern
"regarded the new couple as a pair of interloping parvenus who were sure to upset the town's social hierarchy"
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Interlope
The most common words with a similar meaning to Interlope:
Near Antonyms of Interlope
Word Forms of Interlope
Inflections: interloped, interloping
Origin & Etymology of Interlope
probably back-formation from interloper, from inter- + -loper (akin to Middle Dutch lopen to run, Old English hlēapan to leap) leap
First known use: 1615
Frequently Asked Questions about Interlope
What does "Interlope" mean?
"Interlope" means to encroach on the rights (as in trade) of others. As a verb, it is defined as: to encroach on the rights (as in trade) of others.
What is another word for "Interlope"?
Other words for "Interlope" include butt in, interfere, intermeddle, intrude, meddle, mess, muck (about or around) and nose. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Interlope" you intend.
What are different ways to say "Interlope"?
There are 26 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Interlope". Common alternatives include butt in, interfere, intermeddle, intrude, meddle, mess, muck (about or around), nose, obtrude and poke.
How do you use "Interlope" in a sentence?
Examples of "Interlope" in a sentence: "regarded the new couple as a pair of interloping parvenus who were sure to upset the town's social hierarchy".
Is "Interlope" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"Interlope" is a verb.
How do you pronounce "Interlope"?
"Interlope" is pronounced /ˌin-tər-ˈlōp/ and divided into syllables as in·ter·lope.
What is the origin of the word "Interlope"?
"Interlope" comes from probably back-formation from interloper, from inter- + -loper (akin to Middle Dutch lopen to run, Old English hlēapan to leap) leap. First known use: 1615.
What is another word for "Interlope" meaning "to interest oneself in what is not one's concern"?
When "Interlope" (verb) means to interest oneself in what is not one's concern, synonyms include butt in, interfere, intermeddle, intrude, meddle and mess.