intwine

/ɪntwaɪn/

Definitions

1. verb

to twist or turn together in order to become entangled, or to combine or join something in a way that is closely connected or interdependent.

“She intwined her fingers with his as they danced.”

2. verb

to join or combine (things) in a way that is closely connected or interdependent.

“The two companies have begun to intwine their financial systems.”

3. noun

a relationship in which two things are closely connected or interdependent, or a thread or cord twisted or turned together with another.

“The intwine of their fates was a sad one.”

4. verb

to become entangled or twisted together, or to become closely connected or interdependent.

“Their interests began to intwine as they spent more time together.”

Synonyms

  • entwine
  • intermingle
  • twine

Antonyms

  • dissociate
  • separate