verb

entangle

Entangle (verb) means to tangle up; to twist or interweave in such a manner as not to be easily separated.

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verb

To tangle up; to twist or interweave in such a manner as not to be easily separated.

To involve in such complications as to render extrication difficult.

To involve in difficulties or embarrassments; to embarrass, puzzle, or distract by adverse or perplexing circumstances, interests, demands, etc.; to hamper; to bewilder.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Etymology

From Middle English entanglen (“to involve [someone] in difficulty”, “to embarrass”). Equivalent to en- + tangle.

Rhymes for entangle

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What is the meaning of entangle?

"entangle" (verb) means to tangle up; to twist or interweave in such a manner as not to be easily separated.

What are the different meanings of entangle?

"entangle" has 3 main meanings: 1. To tangle up; to twist or interweave in such a manner as not to be easily separated; 2. To involve in such complications as to render extrication difficult; 3. To involve in difficulties or embarrassments; to embarrass, puzzle, or distract by adverse or perplexing circumstances, interests, demands, etc.; to hamper; to bewilder.