Definition

To place or insert something between other things, often in a way that alternates or mixes them.

Example

The artist decided to interleave the different colors in her painting to create a unique effect.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you ever thought about how to interleave your study materials?

Yeah, I read that it can really help with retention.

Exactly! I think I need to interleave my notes to make studying more effective.

That sounds like a great idea; I'll try it too!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Interleave → It is formed from "inter-" (meaning between) and "levare" (meaning to raise or lift). The word describes the action of placing something between layers, as if raising or lifting them apart to insert something else.

Memory Tip

Think of placing something 'between' ('inter-') layers that are 'lifted' or 'raised' ('levare') — that's how interleave means to insert between.

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