Definition

To interfere or intrude in someone else's affairs or activities, often in a way that is unwelcome or inappropriate.

Example

He decided to interlope in the negotiations, even though he wasn't invited.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I heard that some companies interlope on each other's markets.

Really? That's a bit unfair, don't you think?

Yeah, it can create a lot of tension in the industry.

For sure, it makes it hard for honest businesses to compete.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Interlope → It is formed from "inter-" (meaning between) and "lope" (from the Middle English "lope" meaning to leap or to run). The word describes the act of leaping or running between others' affairs, often in an intrusive manner.

Memory Tip

Think of someone 'leaping' ('lope') into the 'between' ('inter-') of others' business — that's why interlope means to intrude.

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