INTERLOCKING Synonyms: 47 Similar and Opposite Words

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 James uses this potential fault as a guiding principle of his writing for the Disklavier, full of crisply interlocking ostinatos. — Andy Cush, Pitchfork, 31 Oct. 2026 Fluorine atoms shield the carbon backbone like interlocking armor plates. — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 19 Oct. 2026 The motif appears in necklaces with interlocking links, substantial bracelets, earrings, and rings, each playing with the shape's elegant proportions. — Lilah Ramzi, Vogue, 15 Oct. 2026 His face was made of 10 interlocking prosthetic pieces glued to his skin, which moved with his facial expressions. — Kenneal Patterson, Vanity Fair, 14 Oct. 2026 Burberry check Meanwhile, in the 1920s Burberry introduced its signature check, comprising interlocking black, white, and red lines on a tan ground, as a lining for its coats. — Frannie Comstock, Encyclopedia Britannica, 7 Oct. 2026 Jean Nouvel’s otherworldly collection of interlocking disks seems born of geometry and desert winds rather than petals. — Kieron Marchese, Architectural Digest, 6 Oct. 2026 However, there is an interlocking NY insignia on his plaque in the hallowed halls of Cooperstown. — Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 25 Sep. 2026 The interlocking effects of mass emigration, rapid aging, and a growing generational divide pose enormous challenges for Cuba’s future. — Will Freeman, Foreign Affairs, 17 Sep. 2026

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In a test involving the recognition of symbols, Cortical reports that linking up seven biological computers increased accuracy in results from around 80% to 99%.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 27 Oct. 2026
There’s also research linking lower-extremity strength to better cognitive function in older adults.

— Jenessa Connor, HEALTH, 26 Oct. 2026

Definition of linking

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Ground demonstrations are testing their ability to move and align before connecting.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 29 Oct. 2026
Avoid connecting multiple extension cords or power strips together, and never use a cord that feels unusually hot or shows signs of damage.

— Lynn Andriani, Martha Stewart, 29 Oct. 2026

Definition of connecting

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Meanwhile, in Bar Sur, regional maker Cata Flaño contributed a massive mixed-media mural combining watercolors with local peat, driftwood, and historical navigation charts marked at 55 degrees south.

— Liam Hess, Vogue, 29 Oct. 2026
Landry Shamet and Jordan Clarkson also lit up on offense off the bench, combining for six 3s.

— Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 29 Oct. 2026

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Jerusalem — The strike plan called for hitting a vast underground complex in Gaza’s southern city of Rafah, comprised of dozens of rooms and a network of interconnecting tunnels.

— Jeremy Diamond, CNN Money, 8 Oct. 2026
There are no interconnecting rooms in the hotel; however, rollaway beds and cots are available.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of interconnecting

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These structures can be assembled using lipids or polymer materials and could provide a framework for integrating the selective channels.

— Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 28 Oct. 2026
In a 2009 referendum, sixty-seven per cent of Swiss voters supported integrating nonconventional medicine into the country’s health-care system.

— D. T. Max, New Yorker, 26 Oct. 2026

Definition of integrating

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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

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The new tech, which the company refers to as a magnetic coupling dynamic wireless power transfer (DWPT) road system, basically builds a wireless charging system into the roads themselves.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 18 Oct. 2026
Amid headlines about how the Dodgers might have benched Ohtani for Game 3 of the NL Championship Series, manager Dave Roberts said the thinking was more about coupling Tuesday’s day off with a second consecutive day of rest.

— Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 14 Oct. 2026

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