interlocking
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˌɪntəˈlɒkɪŋ/
KK: /ɪntərˈlɑkɪŋ/
adjective
Definition
Describing things that fit together or connect in a way that they hold each other in place.
Example
The interlocking pieces of the puzzle made it easy to assemble.
Comparatives & Superlatives
Comparative: more interlocking
Superlative: most interlocking
Conversation
Have you seen those new puzzles with interlocking pieces?
Yeah, they look really challenging but fun!
I love how the pieces fit together so perfectly with interlocking designs.
Definitely! It makes solving them more satisfying.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
connected
linked
joined
Antonyms
separate
disconnected
detached
verb
Definition
To connect or fit together in a way that they hold each other in place.
Example
The pieces of the puzzle are interlocking perfectly.
Tense Forms
Past: interlocked
Past Participle: interlocked
Conversation
Did you see how they are interlocking the puzzle pieces together?
Yeah, it looks really satisfying to watch!
I love how they fit perfectly when interlocking them.
Root Explanation
Interlocking → It is formed from "inter-" (meaning between) and "lock" (from Old English "locc", meaning to fasten or secure). The word describes things that are fastened or secured together in a way that they fit between each other.
Memory Tip
Think of things that are 'fastened' ('lock') 'between' each other ('inter-') — that's what interlocking means.
Visually Confused Words
counterlocking
winterling