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interweave

 

[ ˌɪntərˈwiːv ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

textile

To weave together or intertwine different threads or materials to create a single fabric.

Synonyms

interlace, intertwine, weave together

Examples of usage

  • The artisan interweaved strands of silk and cotton to create a unique pattern.
  • She carefully interweaved the different colored yarns to make a beautiful tapestry.
Context #2 | Verb

narrative

To blend or mix different elements or themes into a single story or narrative.

Synonyms

blend, merge, mix

Examples of usage

  • The author skillfully interweaved multiple plotlines to create a captivating novel.
  • The movie interweaves humor and drama to engage the audience.

Translations

Translations of the word "interweave" in other languages:

🇵🇹 entrelaçar

🇮🇳 बुनना

🇩🇪 verweben

🇮🇩 menjalin

🇺🇦 переплітати

🇵🇱 przeplatać

🇯🇵 織り交ぜる (orimazeru)

🇫🇷 entrelacer

🇪🇸 entretejer

🇹🇷 iç içe geçmek

🇰🇷 섞어 짜다 (seokk-eo jjada)

🇸🇦 نسج

🇨🇿 proplétat

🇸🇰 prepletať

🇨🇳 交织 (jiāozhī)

🇸🇮 prepletati

🇮🇸 flétta

🇰🇿 өріп тоқу

🇬🇪 გადახლართვა

🇦🇿 toxunmaq

🇲🇽 entretejer

Etymology

The word 'interweave' originated from the combination of 'inter-' meaning 'between' or 'among' and 'weave' which comes from Old English 'wefan' meaning 'to weave'. The concept of interweaving has been used in various contexts throughout history, from textile arts to storytelling, symbolizing the interconnectedness of different elements coming together to create a unified whole.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #33,689 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.