interlinking

Thân thiện

The children built an interlinking chain of paper clips.

Definition

1. Adjective:
   • Linked or locked closely together as by dovetailing: Describes things that are connected in an intricate, interwoven, or mutually dependent manner, forming a tight and often complex unity.

Usage

• The adjective "interlinking" is used to describe a state where multiple parts, systems, ideas, or elements are joined together so closely that they function or exist as a cohesive whole. It implies a deep, often intricate connection beyond a simple link.

Examples

• Adjective:
  • The report revealed an interlinking network of companies controlling the market.
  • Solving this crisis requires understanding the interlinking social and economic factors.
  • The artist created a beautiful pattern of interlinking circles.

Advanced Usage

• "to be interlinking": Used to describe the state of being closely connected.
  • The causes of the problem are complex and interlinking.
• Conceptual Use: Often used in academic, technical, or analytical contexts to describe systems, theories, or problems where components are deeply interdependent.
  • The study focuses on the interlinking processes of urbanization and climate change.

Variants and Related Words

• Interlink (verb): To connect or join together.
  • The bridges interlink the various districts of the city.
• Interlinked (adjective): Past participle form, also meaning closely connected.
  • The two theories are interlinked.
• Linkage (noun): The act of linking or the state of being linked.
• Interconnected (adjective): Having all parts connected, similar in meaning but can sometimes imply a more systematic or network-like connection.

Synonyms

• Interconnected: Having multiple connections between parts.
• Interwoven: Blended or mixed together intricately.
• Interlocked: Fitted together firmly.
• Intertwined: Twisted or woven together.

Antonyms

• Separate: Not joined or connected.
• Disconnected: Having the links broken or removed.
• Independent: Not influenced or controlled by others; not connected.

Notes

• "Interlinking" emphasizes the manner of connection (like the joints in dovetailing woodwork) which creates strength and interdependence. It is less commonly used as a standalone adjective than its variant "interlinked." The focus is on the quality of the connection itself.

Học thuật

Adjective

1. linked or locked closely together as by dovetailing

Từ đồng nghĩa

• interlacing
• interlocking
• interwoven