Interlock: meaning, definitions and examples
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interlock
[ ˌɪntərˈlɒk ]
puzzle
To interlock means to fit together closely, like puzzle pieces, so that they become connected or intertwined.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The gears interlock perfectly, allowing the machine to run smoothly.
- The pieces of the puzzle interlock to reveal a beautiful picture.
security
An interlock is a device that prevents something from operating unless certain conditions are met.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The safety interlock on the door prevents the machine from starting when it is open.
- The interlock system requires a password before granting access.
Translations
Translations of the word "interlock" in other languages:
🇵🇹 entrelaçar
🇮🇳 अंतर-जोड़ना
🇩🇪 ineinandergreifen
🇮🇩 mengunci
🇺🇦 зчеплення
🇵🇱 zazębiać
🇯🇵 組み合わせる
🇫🇷 entrelacer
🇪🇸 entrelazar
🇹🇷 kilitlemek
🇰🇷 맞물리다
🇸🇦 تشابك
🇨🇿 proplést
🇸🇰 prepletať
🇨🇳 交错
🇸🇮 prepletati se
🇮🇸 flétta saman
🇰🇿 құлыптау
🇬🇪 გადაჯაჭვა
🇦🇿 kilidləmək
🇲🇽 entrelazar
Word origin
The word 'interlock' originated from the combination of the prefix 'inter-' meaning 'between' or 'among' and the root word 'lock'. It first appeared in the early 17th century in English, derived from the Latin word 'interlucere' which means 'to shine between'. Over time, 'interlock' has evolved to represent the idea of things fitting together securely or connecting in a complex manner.
See also: lock, lockbox, lockdown, locker, locket, locks, lockup.