transitive verb
intransitive verb
-·twined′, -·twin′ing to twine together; intertwist
Intertwining tree roots.
The definition of intertwine is to join things by combining together.
When you start to share a house with someone and your possessions get mixed together and you begin to share each other's friends and activities, this is an example of a time when your lives begin to intertwine.
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tr. & intr.v.
in·ter·twined, in·ter·twin·ing, in·ter·twinesTo join or become joined by twining together.
Related Forms:
- in′ter·twine′ment
noun
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Verb
(third-person singular simple present intertwines, present participle intertwining, simple past and past participle intertwined)
Origin
inter- + twine
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Sentence Examples
- The sexual excapades, filming and love affairs intertwine to create a popular show.
- Intertwine small white holiday lights around railings and balconies for a merry, yet elegant display and don't forget candles.
- Drape fresh greens along walls, railings, tables and fireplaces and intertwine these with small white Christmas lights.
- Head Mask: A mask to cover the entire head, usually worn so as to show off more elaborate designs on the back of the mask, such as animal hair, feathers or fabric that would intertwine with the wearer's costume.
- For example, Honda will utilize the Accord's platform for more than just the Accord, and General Motors will intertwine six platforms between just five brand lines, thus cutting assembly costs.
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WORDS NEAR intertwine IN THE DICTIONARY
- intertwine
- intertwined
- intertwiner
- intertwiners