interlocking

[/ˌɪntərˈlɑːkɪŋ/]
adjective/noun/verb (present participle)
entrelaçamento/interligação/que se entrelaça
1. Fitting together tightly so that movement is prevented; locking together
The interlocking pieces of the puzzle fit perfectly together.
As peças entrelaçadas do quebra-cabeça se encaixam perfeitamente.
2. Connected or linked in a way that each depends on the others
The interlocking system of gears ensures smooth operation.
O sistema de engrenagens interligadas garante funcionamento suave.
3. The action of linking or locking things together
The interlocking of the structural beams provides stability.
O entrelaçamento das vigas estruturais fornece estabilidade.
In Brazilian Portuguese, 'entrelaçamento' is widely used in fashion (interlocking designs), architecture, and engineering. The term 'interligação' is preferred in corporate and technological contexts. In the USA, 'interlocking' is commonly used in security systems, machinery, and organizational structures. The concept is particularly important in safety regulations where interlocking mechanisms prevent simultaneous operations.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
interconnectedlinkedinterwovenmeshedintertwinedcoupled
Antonyms / Antônimos
separatedisconnectedindependentisolatedunlocked

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
entrelaçamento/interligação
Most common usage in technical and general contexts
Rio de Janeiro
entrelaçamento
Preferred in informal speech
São Paulo
interligação
More common in business and technical documents
Portugal
entrelaçado/interligado
Slightly different pronunciation and emphasis on compound words

Related Words

interlockinterlaceinterweaveinterconnectengagementmesh

Related Idioms & Phrases

interlocking fingers - dedos entrelaçados
interlocking directorate - conselhos de administração interligados
interlocking systems - sistemas interdependentes
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