interlock
verb
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interlocked;
interlocking;
interlocks
Definition of interlock
(Entry 1 of 2)
: to become locked together or interconnected
1
: to lock together : unite
2
: to connect so that the motion or operation of any part is constrained by another
interlock
noun
in·ter·lock
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Definition of interlock (Entry 2 of 2)
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
a safety interlock
3a
: a stretchable fabric made on a circular knitting machine and consisting of two ribbed fabrics joined by interlocking
b
: a garment made of interlock
Examples of interlock in a Sentence
Verb
She interlocked her fingers with his.Recent Examples on the Web: Verb
Kardashian took to Twitter to share the cutest photo with her and Kanye West's firstborn, with the two kissing their thumbs while interlocking their pinky fingers. — Rania Aniftos, Billboard, "Kim Kardashian & Daughter North Share Adorable Pinky Promise to Be 'Besties For Life'," 3 Sep. 2019 Carlsberg is working with German supplier NMP Systems GmbH. Formats, meanwhile, include biodegradable rings, glue, and even Corona’s interlocking cans that can screw into each other. — John Kell, Fortune, "Beermakers Are Experimenting With New—and Sustainable—Six-Pack Designs," 2 Sep. 2019 This one has four interlocking shelves that can hold books, food, clothes, cleaning supplies and much more. — Joni Sweet, USA TODAY, "Get everything on your college packing checklist delivered next day — for free!," 26 Aug. 2019 These include anything from restoring mangroves, patch by patch, to barriers built out of interlocking blocks that can be added to as needed. — The Economist, "Climate change is a remorseless threat to the world’s coasts," 17 Aug. 2019 The two are joined by interlocking pins, not nails, making for a stronger, longer-lasting piece. — Elizabeth Pash, House Beautiful, "What to Look for When Shopping for Quality Scandinavian Furniture," 9 Aug. 2019 Tom Green writes aqua glyphs on two shades of brown, Mira Hecht arrays circles and figure-eights, Carol Brown Goldberg interlocks repeated patterns and Dan Treado splits vine-like forms across a two-part composition. — Mark Jenkins, Washington Post, "In the galleries: Artechouse’s ‘Infinite Space’ has waves of natural influences," 9 Aug. 2019 Above Head Stretch Stand tall and place hands lightly on the back of your head, fingers interlocked. — Rozalynn S. Frazier, Health.com, "These Chest Exercises Will Totally Transform Your Upper Body in 21 Days," 9 Aug. 2019 FitzGerald sees a set of interlocking, mutually reinforcing causes at work. — Paul A. Kramer, The New Republic, "The Harsh World of Offshore Borders," 8 Aug. 2019Recent Examples on the Web: Noun
The Taos News reported that Harris, 30, had a prior DWI conviction in Collin County, Texas, in 2017 and had been ordered to install an ignition interlock device on her vehicle, according to court records. — CBS News, "Country singer Kylie Rae Harris caused "senseless" crash that killed her and teen, sheriff says," 9 Sep. 2019 An investigation revealed the suspect was driving a vehicle without an ignition interlock device, as required per court order. — Anne Gelhaus, The Mercury News, "Cupertino crime report for the week of Aug. 23," 15 Aug. 2019 An investigation revealed the suspect was driving a vehicle without an ignition interlock device, as required per court order. — Anne Gelhaus, The Mercury News, "Cupertino crime report for the week of Aug. 23," 15 Aug. 2019 Someone entered a vehicle, removed an interlock device and slammed it on the ground. — Washington Post, "Southern Maryland crime report," 15 Aug. 2019 Records show that an order to remove an external alcohol monitor that tested Moore's perspiration every 30 minutes was removed July 10, along with an ignition interlock device on his vehicle. — Dallas News, "Charges upgraded to murder for suspect in drunken-driving deaths of former Dallas City Council member Davis and her daughter," 19 July 2019 An investigation revealed the suspect was driving a vehicle without an ignition interlock device, as required per court order. — Anne Gelhaus, The Mercury News, "Cupertino crime report for the week of July 19," 11 July 2019 There are two simple parts to this life-changing hanger: the top piece, which snaps onto the picture frame wire with clamps to lock it in place, and the hanger, which slides onto the bottom wall receiver and interlocks with the top piece. — Elizabeth Gulino, House Beautiful, "Finally, a Picture Hanging Tool That Automatically Levels the Frame," 16 May 2019 Before, 2992 Ranger pickups in the U.S. had faulty shifter interlock assemblies on 10-speed automatic transmissions that let the driver move the shifter from park without the key or stepping on the brake. — Clifford Atiyeh, Car and Driver, "Ford Recalls 260,000 More Fusion Sedans for Breaking Shifter Cables," 15 May 2019These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'interlock.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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More Definitions for interlock
interlock
verb
English Language Learners Definition of interlock
: to connect or lock (two or more things) together
See the full definition for interlock in the English Language Learners Dictionary
interlock
verb
in·ter·lock
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interlocked;
interlocking
Kids Definition of interlock
: to connect or lock together
… she sat bowed, with her dirt-caked fingers idly interlocked in her lap …— Mark Twain, A Connecticut Yankee
interlock
intransitive verb
in·ter·lock
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Legal Definition of interlock
: to be or become mutually connected
also
: to be consistent in regard to major elements
confessions that interlock