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
nounDefinition 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
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The first known use of interlock was in 1632
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