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interlace Definition

inter·lace (-lās)

transitive verb, intransitive verb -·laced, -·lac·ing

  1. to unite by passing over and under each other; weave together
  2. to connect intricately

Etymology: ME entrelacen < OFr entrelacier: see inter- & lace

interlace Related Forms
in′·ter·lace·ment noun
interlace Synonyms

interlace

v.

  1. To weave

    intertwine, braid, entangle; see twist, weave 1.

  2. To mingle

    blend, combine, connect; see join 1, merge, mix 1.

interlace Usage Examples

Object

  • gifs: Although it is technically possible to have interlaced animated GIFs, it isn't a good idea.
  • GIF: Use Line, or Plane to create an interlaced GIF or progressive JPEG image.
  • decoration: The treasure includes a stunning gold and silver brooch, inlaid with cloisonné garnets and filigree interlace decoration.
  • mode: Design of interlaced modes is easy: do it like a non-interlaced mode.
  • signal: These could be regular, interlaced signals, PAL TV, Progressive scan DVD, or even a PC image.
  • pattern: The edge of the cross, with its interlaced patterns.

Preposition: on

  • side: A cross circle and interlacing on the front side.

Modifying Another Word

  • not: The image is not interlaced which means that the image rows appear in the correct order.
  • in: Your average CRT TV having no problem displaying this in interlaced fashion.
  • no: Larger images for faster connections Standard GIF - no interlacing.
  • then: If the input is interlaced then the delay is a little over 3 fields.
  • also: A delightful overview of mid-19th Century Europe, Tramp is also interlaced with entertaining asides.
  • artistically: The ornament is composed of straw, beautifully and artistically interlaced by the deft fingers of the maidens of Bride.

Infinitive complement

  • form: Then the two consecutive half frames are interlaced to form a complete frame with a high number of lines.

Present participle complement

  • scan: The cells are detected automatically by their striped appearance due to the interlaced scanning.

Preposition: in

  • order: Interlacing In order to generate greater picture definition, some units use a technique called interlacing.
  • form: The wirework mesh is interlaced in an unusual wavy form and is very decorative.

Preposition: with

  • street: The town is interlaced with maze-like narrow streets that give it a charming, old-world aura.
  • work: This alternating structure of punchy verses interlaced with softer choruses works to great effect.