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| in·ter·lock [ íntər lòk ] |
transitive and intransitive verb (past and past participle in·ter·locked, present participle in·ter·lock·ing, 3rd person present singular in·ter·locks) |
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1. fit together closely: to fit things together closely, especially by means of parts that mesh, hook, or dovetail, or be fitted together in this way
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2. operate as unit: to connect parts in such a way that all move or operate if one does, or be connected in this way
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noun (plural in·ter·locks) |
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1. mechanical engineering connecting and coordinating device: a device that connects parts of something such as a machine in a way that coordinates their action
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2. close connection: a close connection by means of parts that fit or fasten together closely and firmly
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3. textiles tightly knitted fabric: a fabric made with tightly knitted stitches
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4. handicraft canvas for needlepoint: canvas used for needlepoint that has the warp and weft threads knotted together to prevent movement
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5. comput computer security device: a security device designed to prevent unauthorized use of a computer, e.g. a password system
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adjective |
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tightly knitted: knitted with close, tight stitches
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