interlock

 

verb

Pronunciation: /ɪntəˈlɒk/
[no object]
  • (of two or more things) engage with each other by overlapping or by the fitting together of projections and recesses: their fingers interlocked (as adjective interlocking) a design of interlocking leaves
  • [with object] lock or join (things) together: the two planes were almost interlocked as they climbed together

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈɪntəlɒk/
  • 1a device or mechanism for connecting or coordinating the function of different components: a safety interlock to stop the blades spinning
  • 2 (also interlock fabric) [mass noun] a fabric knitted with closely interlocking stitches allowing it to stretch: a dress in soft interlock [count noun]: a cotton interlock in black or plum

Derivatives

interlocker

noun