1. the action of inserting something between the layers or pages of something else
2. a method of arranging data or processes by alternating between different sequences
Usage: computing; technical

1. present participle of interleave: to insert between layers or in alternating order

Examples

• The interleaving of tissue paper between the photographs prevented them from sticking together.
• Interleaving different subjects while studying can improve long-term retention.
• The printer uses interleaving to prevent the pages from smudging.
• Memory interleaving allows the computer to access data more efficiently.
• She was interleaving blank pages throughout her notebook for future notes.
• The interleaving of practice problems with review material helped students learn better.
• Interleaving carbon paper between the forms created multiple copies.