verb
interpose
Interpose (verb) means to insert something (or oneself) between other things.
verb
1
To insert something (or oneself) between other things.
2
To interrupt a conversation by introducing a different subject or making a comment.
3
To offer (one's help or services).
4
To be inserted between parts or things; to come between.
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Etymology
From Middle French interposer, influenced by poser (“to place, put”), from Latin interpōnō, from inter (“between”) + pōnō (“to place, put”).
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What is the meaning of interpose?
"interpose" (verb) means to insert something (or oneself) between other things.
What are the different meanings of interpose?
"interpose" has 3 main meanings: 1. To insert something (or oneself) between other things; 2. To interrupt a conversation by introducing a different subject or making a comment; 3. To offer (one's help or services).