1. present participle of interlap; to overlap or lie partly over one another in an alternating or interlocking pattern
Usage: often used in technical or construction contexts

1. characterized by overlapping or interlocking parts; arranged so that edges or surfaces lie partly over one another
Usage: descriptive use

Examples

• The roof tiles are interlapping to prevent water from seeping through.
• The interlapping shingles create a weatherproof seal on the house.
• The two pieces of wood are interlapping at the joint.
• The interlapping design of the fence provides both strength and privacy.
• The scales on the fish are interlapping, which helps it move smoothly through water.
• The interlapping layers of the composite material make it very durable.