interlock
gb/ˌɪntɚlˈɑk/ us/ˌɪntɚlˈɑk/
B2
Engelsk
egymásba illeszkedik, összekulcsol, összefügg, összefonódik, biztonsági reteszelés, reteszkapcsoló, összefüggés, összefonódás
UDSAGNSORD
B2
1
Brugsmønster:
[things] interlock; [someone] interlocks [thing] with [thing]
The two plastic pieces interlock to form a tight seal.
A két műanyag darab egymásba illeszkedik, így szorosan zár.
She interlocked her fingers and rested her hands on the table.
Összekulcsolta az ujjait, és a kezét az asztalra tette.
The gear teeth interlock smoothly when the machine is properly aligned.
Læringseksempler
The blocks interlock.
A kockák egymásba illeszkednek.
I interlocked my fingers.
Összekulcsoltam az ujjaimat.
Typisk fejl:
Don’t use *interlock* for simple contact or touching; it implies the parts lock/engage and stay together.
Betydning
fit together and lock
Ordforbindelser
interlock fingers
|interlock hands
|interlock arms
|interlock gears
|interlock teeth
|interlock pieces
|interlock parts
|interlock blocks
|interlock tiles
|interlock bricks
Synonymer
lock together (More general; does not always suggest overlapping parts.)
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mesh (Common for gears/teeth fitting together.)
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link (Often suggests connection rather than physical locking.)
Antonymer
separate (Move or keep the parts apart.)
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disengage (Stop the parts from being engaged or meshed.)
Temaer
daily_life
|materials
|engineering
Definition
If two things interlock, they join together and hold tightly.
To fit together so that parts overlap or engage and hold each other firmly in place.
UDSAGNSORD
C1
2
összefügg
B2
összefonódik
C1
Brugsmønster:
[things] interlock; [something] interlocks with [something]
The company’s supply chain and delivery schedule interlock, so one delay affects everything.
A vállalat ellátási lánca és a szállítási ütemterv szorosan összefügg egymással, ezért egyetlen késés is mindent befolyásol.
In the report, economic and political pressures are shown to interlock.
A jelentés bemutatja, hogy a gazdasági és politikai nyomások összefonódnak.
The teams’ responsibilities interlock, so they have to coordinate daily.
Læringseksempler
These steps interlock.
Ezek a lépések összefüggenek.
Our plans interlock, so we must work together.
A terveink összefüggenek, ezért együtt kell dolgoznunk.
Typisk fejl:
Avoid using *interlock* for a one-way connection; it usually implies mutual connection or mutual dependence.
Betydning
be closely connected and dependent
Ordforbindelser
interlock closely
|interlock with
|interlock systems
|interlock processes
|interlock roles
|interlock functions
|interlock responsibilities
|interlock interests
|interlock factors
|interlock networks
Synonymer
interconnect (Neutral term for being connected; less emphasis on mutual dependence.)
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intertwine (Suggests a complex or hard-to-separate relationship.)
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overlap (Emphasizes shared parts rather than mutual functioning.)
Antonymer
operate independently (Work without affecting each other.)
|
disconnect (Remove the connection between parts or systems.)
Temaer
business
|society
|systems
Definition
If things interlock, they are connected and affect each other.
To be connected in a way that makes different parts or activities depend on each other and work together.
NAVNEORD
C1
TECHNICAL
3
Brugsmønster:
an interlock; a [safety/door] interlock
The lab equipment has an interlock that shuts it down if the door is opened.
A laborberendezésben van egy biztonsági reteszelés, amely leállítja a készüléket, ha kinyitják az ajtót.
Technicians discovered a faulty interlock switch on the machine guard.
A technikusok hibás reteszkapcsolót találtak a gépvédő burkolaton.
Never bypass the interlock during operation.
Læringseksempler
The machine has an interlock.
A gépen van biztonsági reteszelés.
The interlock stops the machine.
A biztonsági reteszelés leállítja a gépet.
Typisk fejl:
Don’t confuse *interlock* (a safety mechanism) with *lock* (a simple device for closing/locking).
Betydning
safety device that prevents operation
Ordforbindelser
safety interlock
|interlock switch
|door interlock
|interlock circuit
|interlock mechanism
|interlock system
|electrical interlock
|mechanical interlock
|interlock feature
|interlock protection
Synonymer
safety switch (Broader; an interlock is specifically designed to prevent operation unless conditions are met.)
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failsafe (General safety design; not necessarily a specific interlock device.)
Antonymer
override (A control that bypasses or defeats an interlock or restriction.)
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bypass (A workaround that disables a safety stop (not a device itself).)
Temaer
engineering
|safety
|technology
Definition
An interlock is a safety device that stops a machine from working in the wrong conditions.
A device or control system that prevents a machine or process from operating unless certain conditions are met, especially for safety.
NAVNEORD
C1
FORMAL
4
összefüggés
B2
összefonódás
C1
Brugsmønster:
the interlock between [things]; an interlock of [things]
The study highlights the interlock between housing costs and local wages.
A tanulmány rávilágít a lakhatási költségek és a helyi bérek közötti összefüggésre.
There is a strong interlock of interests between the two industries.
A két iparág között az érdekek erős összefonódása figyelhető meg.
Their success depends on the interlock of design, marketing, and customer support.
Læringseksempler
There is an interlock between these two systems.
Összefüggés van e két rendszer között.
Typisk fejl:
In this abstract noun sense, *interlock* is less common than *connection* or *link* in everyday speech.
Betydning
a tight mutual connection
Ordforbindelser
interlock between
|interlock of interests
|interlock of systems
|interlock of factors
|close interlock
|complex interlock
|institutional interlock
|economic interlock
|political interlock
|social interlock
Synonymer
interconnection (More common and more neutral.)
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linkage (Often used in formal writing; focuses on the linking relationship.)
Antonymer
separation (Lack of connection or dependence.)
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independence (No need to coordinate or fit with other parts.)
Temaer
business
|society
|systems
Definition
An interlock is a strong connection where parts work together.
A close connection in which parts fit together or depend on each other so that they function as a whole.
Grammatik
Opslagsform
interlock
IPA
GB/ˌɪntɚlˈɑk/
US/ˌɪntɚlˈɑk/
Stavelser og tryk
in - ter - lock (3 stavelser)
Stress on 2nd syllable (ter)
Ordformer
Noun
- Base: interlock
- Plural: interlock
Verb
- Base: interlock
- 3rd Person Singular: interlocks
- Present Participle: interlocking
- Past: interlocked
Ordfamilie
Udtryk
interlock knit
1/ˌɪntɚlˈɑk nˈɪt/
fixed phrase
technical
double-knit fabric type
A soft, stretchy kind of knitted fabric.
Eksempler
- The brand uses interlock knit for a softer feel against the skin.
- These pajamas are made from interlock knit cotton.
- Interlock knit fabric holds its shape better than many single knits.
interlock your fingers
1/ˌɪntɚlˈɑk jˈʊɹ fˈɪŋɡɚz/
fixed phrase
lace fingers together
To join your fingers together from both hands.
Eksempler
- He interlocked his fingers and stretched his arms above his head.
- She interlocked her fingers behind her neck while she waited.
- Interlock your fingers and press your palms outward.
Læringseksempler
- I interlock my fingers.
- She interlocked her fingers.
interlocking directorate
1/ˈɪntɚlˌɑkɪŋ dɪɹˈɛktɚˌeɪt/
fixed phrase
business
shared board members between companies
When the same person is a director in more than one company.
Eksempler
- Regulators examined whether an interlocking directorate reduced competition.
- The report lists interlocking directorates across the banking sector.
- The company agreed to end an interlocking directorate arrangement.