adj, verb ·3 syllables ·Uncommon ·Advanced level

Definitions

Verb

1. 1
   simple past and past participle of intertwine form-of, participle, past

Adjective

1. 1
   Twined or twisted together; entwined.

   "Intertwined threads of cotton"

2. 2
   Inextricably related or relevant. figuratively

   "The problems of criminality and of corruption of law enforcement are intertwined."

Synonyms

All synonyms

braidedbraidedenlacedentwinedfrettedhandwoven

Example

More examples

"The new skyscraper, which will consist of two intertwined 1212-meter towers, is expected to be completed in 2022."

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