Interlace (Verb)
Meaning 1
Spin, wind, or twist together; "intertwine the ribbons"; "Twine the threads into a rope"; "intertwined hearts".
Classification
Verbs of touching, hitting, tying, digging.
Examples
- The fingers interlace as they form the intricate pattern on the rug.
- Multiple branches of the ivy were allowed to interlace in a thick, lush canopy.
- Delicate threads were chosen to interlace in the heirloom quilt's stitching.
- A beautiful display of colored wool was used to interlace in the handmade sweater.
- In the artwork, body parts seemed to interlace to blur their identity and shape.
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Meaning 2
Hold in a locking position; "He locked his hands around her neck".
Classification
Verbs of touching, hitting, tying, digging.
Examples
- She carefully interlaced her fingers, forming a tight grasp on the rope.
- The guard interlaced the metal strips to secure the fence.
- You should interlace your hands behind your back to maintain proper posture.
- The martial artist learned to interlace his fingers to create a stronger grip.
- The climber interlaced her hands to hold onto the rocky outcropping.