Definition

To interlock or fold together, similar to how fingers fit together when hands are clasped.

Example

The two branches of the tree interdigitate, creating a beautiful pattern in the sky.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you ever noticed how kids interdigitate their fingers when they play games?

Yeah, it's like they instinctively know how to lock their hands together.

Exactly! It’s fascinating to see how they just naturally do that.

It makes their playtime so much more fun and connected.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Interdigitate → It is formed from "inter-" (meaning between) and "digitus" (meaning finger). The word describes the action of fingers interlocking or intertwining with each other, as if they are between one another.

Memory Tip

Think of fingers 'between' ('inter-') each other, like when they interlock. This helps you remember that 'interdigitate' means to intertwine fingers.

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