interlocking

verb

present participle of interlock
as in linking
to fit (two or more things) together securely She interlocked her fingers with his.

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Recent Examples of interlocking An accurate description can illuminate other, interlocking parts of the world. — Literary Hub, 10 Sep. 2026 Television’s Marquee Moon would go on to become one of rock’s most influential albums, its interlocking guitars helping establish a vocabulary that extended well beyond punk. — Spin Staff, SPIN, 24 Aug. 2026 Instead of static metal racks, these systems rest on interlocking pontoons made from heavy-duty, UV-resistant plastics. — Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 21 Aug. 2026 With an interlocking design and stark border, the tiles feel more like an art installation than a typical backsplash. — Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Aug. 2026 But the distinction is eroding, as private defense contractors help merge domestic law enforcement, immigration, and national security into an interlocking apparatus. — Evan Osnos, New Yorker, 3 Aug. 2026 The Phalanx was composed of men who moved and fought as one cohesive unit, creating an impenetrable wall of interlocking shields. — Steve Muscato, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026 August 2027 — Union Station to Rhode Island on the Red Line will have an extended shutdown to replace interlocking ties. — Mike Stunson, USA Today, 21 July 2026 Camellia appliqués and interlocking CC hardware decorated the vamp, while a narrow buckled strap wrapped behind the heel. — Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 20 July 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for interlocking
  1. linking
  2. connecting
  3. joining
  4. combining
  5. interconnecting
  6. integrating
  7. dovetailing
  8. coupling
Verb
  • Reportedly, this system operates through a two-way connection, linking real-time image recognition directly with surgical manipulation.
    — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 7 Sep. 2026
  • Bridget had no clear motive, and there was no direct evidence linking her to the murders.
    — Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 4 Sep. 2026
Definition of linking
Verb
  • Currently, meeting a connecting passenger generally requires the traveler to leave the secure area of the airport, then go through security again before continuing their trip.
    — Bailey Berg, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Sep. 2026
  • In each case, the value comes not from the technology alone but from connecting data to a decision an agency already needs to make.
    — Bryan Mistele, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2026
Definition of connecting
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  • Murray tries to be the next successful project in purple, joining the Vikes after seven up-and-down years with the Arizona Cardinals.
    — Steven Louis Goldstein, New York Times, 11 Sep. 2026
  • Perhaps joining social media will allow Lawrence to get some of that control back.
    — Zack Sharf, Variety, 10 Sep. 2026
Definition of joining
Verb
  • Disney has begun putting some ESPN content on Disney+ and offers bundles combining ESPN, Disney+ and Hulu, aiming to boost overall streaming subscriptions and engagement.
    — Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 10 Sep. 2026
  • Windstar offers Cruise Tours in Greece combining the best of the land and the sea to check off those bucket list experiences.
    — Condé Nast Traveler, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Sep. 2026
Definition of combining
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  • Boasting interconnecting rooms, this corridor is perfect for family groups.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Sep. 2026
  • Plus, there’s the world-famous Needles, with over 60 miles of interconnecting trails.
    — Jamie Siebrase, Denver Post, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of interconnecting
Verb
  • Researchers describe the approach as integrating biotechnology and AI to make crop breeding more efficient and less dependent on intensive manual work.
    — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 9 Sep. 2026
  • For Martens, the best way to do this is by simulating aspects of gameplay, which can only be achieved by integrating goalkeeper training with the outfield positions.
    — Jacob Whitehead, New York Times, 9 Sep. 2026
Definition of integrating
Verb
  • Its Coastersaurus roller coaster is scheduled to reopen Sunday, dovetailing with National Roller Coaster Day.
    — Dewayne Bevil, The Orlando Sentinel, 12 Aug. 2026
  • The pattern has been identical on the right flank, with Porro’s clinching goal against France being a perfect example of the dovetailing wide players working to full effect.
    — Mark Carey, New York Times, 18 July 2026
Definition of dovetailing
Verb
  • The authors of the Nature Energy paper found a way around that obstacle by coupling two ultra-thin nickel-titanium films.
    — ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 1 Sep. 2026
  • By coupling authentic conversations with a practical commitment to structural fairness, leaders can effectively stabilize engagement and sustain performance.
    — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of coupling

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“Interlocking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/interlocking. Accessed 15 Sep. 2026.

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