definition of
interlocking

[1] #1 interlocking s. [interlacing, interlinking, interwoven] linked or locked closely together as by dovetailing. wn

[2] #2 interlocking n. [engagement, mesh, meshing] contact by fitting together; "the engagement of the clutch"; "the meshing of gears". wn

[3] #3 interlocking n. [mesh, meshing, interlock] the act of interlocking or meshing; "an interlocking of arms by the police held the crowd in check". wn