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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

interlock

/ˈɪntərˌlɒk/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does interlock mean?

noun, verb

A device or mechanism that connects or joins two or more parts together, often in a secure or interlocking manner. To connect or join two or more parts together in this way.

Example

"The engineer designed an interlock system to prevent the machine from operating unless all safety features were in place."

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