intertwined

American  

[in-ter-twahynd] / ˌɪn tərˈtwaɪnd /

adjective

1. twined or woven together.

   Braids are geometric objects consisting of intertwined strands of string.

2. closely or inseparably involved with each other, or consisting of elements connected in this way.

   The new exhibit “How Does It Hurt?” reminds us that the history of creativity and the history of living with suffering are inextricably intertwined.

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verb

1. the simple past tense and past participle of intertwine.

Etymology

Origin of intertwined

intertwine ( def. ) + -ed ² ( def. )

Related Words

• akin
• analogous
• associated
• complementary
• linked
• pertinent
• relevant
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