interlock vs lock

lock vs interlock

interlock and lock both are nouns.

interlock and lock both are verbs.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
interlock	Yes	No	Yes	No
lock	Yes	No	Yes	No

As verbs, interlock and lock are synonyms defined as:

interlock and lock: become engaged or intermeshed with one another

As verbs, interlock and lock are synonyms defined as:

interlock and lock: hold in a locking position

Other synonyms of interlock include interlace.

interlock (noun)	lock (noun)
the act of interlocking or meshing	any wrestling hold in which some part of the opponent's body is twisted or pressured
a device that prevents an automotive engine from starting	a fastener fitted to a door or drawer to keep it firmly closed
	a restraint incorporated into the ignition switch to prevent the use of a vehicle by persons who do not have the key
	enclosure consisting of a section of canal that can be closed to control the water level; used to raise or lower vessels that pass through it
	a mechanism that detonates the charge of a gun
	a strand or cluster of hair

interlock (verb)	lock (verb)
coordinate in such a way that all parts work together effectively	become rigid or immoveable
become engaged or intermeshed with one another	fasten with a lock
hold in a locking position	keep engaged
	place in a place where something cannot be removed or someone cannot escape
	become engaged or intermeshed with one another
	hold in a locking position
	build locks in order to facilitate the navigation of vessels
	hold fast (in a certain state)
	pass by means through a lock in a waterway

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