interlock

verb

in·​ter·​lock ˌin-tər-ˈläk 

interlocked; interlocking; interlocks

intransitive verb

: to become locked together or interconnected

transitive verb

1

: to lock together : unite

2

: to connect so that the motion or operation of any part is constrained by another

Examples of interlock in a Sentence

She interlocked her fingers with his.

Recent Examples on the Web

The protesters allegedly formed a chain that obstructed the street by having their hands interlocked in a tub inside barrels and linking arms with each other. —Colleen Cronin, Boston Herald, 8 June 2026

The narrative traces the dark, interlocking secrets exposed within an old apartment block after a young boy vanishes on the winter solstice. —Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 8 June 2026

During the relaxed stroll, Turner had his arm wrapped around Lipa, with their fingers interlocked. —Hannah Sacks, PEOPLE, 6 June 2026

The shoes are completed by a distinct interlocking CC logo on the side of the block heel. —Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 5 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1632, in the meaning defined at intransitive sense

Rhymes for interlock

• aftershock
• antiknock
• arawak
• hollyhock
• manioc
• shuttlecock
• tomahawk
• weathercock
• alcock
• beanstalk
• bedrock
• boardwalk

Kids Definition

interlock

verb

in·​ter·​lock

ˌint-ər-ˈläk

: to lock together : interlace firmly

a series of rings interlocking to form a chain

Legal Definition

interlock

intransitive verb

in·​ter·​lock ˌin-tər-ˈläk 

: to be or become mutually connected

also : to be consistent in regard to major elements

confessions that interlock