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interlocked Synonyms

Another word for interlocked

Choosing another word for interlocked depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• verb (Context 1)

To engage or fit together by overlapping or by the fitting of projections and recesses (past tense and past participle of interlock).

Usage Example

"The two gears meshed smoothly to transfer power to the rear wheels."

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meshed
interconnected
interlinked
Strong
engaged
intertwined
joined
linked
coupled

• adjective (Context 2)

Joined or fitted together so that the parts overlap or lock into one another.

Usage Example

"The ancient stone wall was built using tightly interlocking blocks that required no mortar."

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interlocking
interconnected
interlinked
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meshed
intertwined
joined
linked
coupled

Opposites of interlocked

The opposite of interlocked shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

separated
disengaged
disconnected
detached
uncoupled
unfastened
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Interlocked. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/interlocked
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