interlock

noun

  1. 1

    the act of interlocking or meshing

    an interlocking of arms by the police held the crowd in check

  2. 2

    a device that prevents an automotive engine from starting

    car theives know how to bypass the ignition interlock

verb

  1. 1

    coordinate in such a way that all parts work together effectively

  2. 2

    become engaged or intermeshed with one another

    They were locked in embrace

  3. 3

    hold in a locking position

    He locked his hands around her neck

Synonyms

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