intertwine

verb

in·​ter·​twine ˌin-tər-ˈtwīn 

intertwined; intertwining; intertwines

transitive verb

: to unite by twining one with another

intransitive verb

: to twine about one another

also : to become mutually involved

intertwinement

ˌin-tər-ˈtwīn-mənt 

noun

Synonyms of intertwine

• weave

Examples of intertwine in a Sentence

He's always telling stories in which the present and the past intertwine.

His fate is intertwined with hers.

Recent Examples on the Web

Politics and sports will always intertwine. — Sean Gregory, Time, 28 June 2026

And at the same time, the business of persuasion is more intertwined with media than ever before – thanks in no small part to the enormous influence of creators. — Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 27 June 2026

Their relationship is deeply intertwined with their work, which requires them to trust one another in high-risk climbing situations. — Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA Today, 1 July 2026

As moments from his past and present begin to intertwine, a series of encounters — both artistic and erotic — open cracks in his everyday reality. — Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 26 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1641, in the meaning defined at transitive sense

Rhymes for intertwine

• alkaline
• andesine
• anodyne
• anticline
• arginine
• asinine
• benzidine
• borderline
• byzantine
• calamine
• caroline
• centerline

Kids Definition

intertwine

verb

in·​ter·​twine ˌint-ər-ˈtwīn 

: to twine or cause to twine about one another : interlace