interlay
1 of 2verb
in·ter·lay ˈin-tər-ˌlā 
interlaid ˈin-tər-ˌlād ; interlaying
; interlaying transitive + intransitive
: interlayer
Honda Europe says a whole series of noise-reduction initiatives were introduced … including … interlaying a sound-insulating material into the windscreen …
Rob Maetzig
Rob MaetzigArrange slices tomatoes and zucchini over onion mix in alternating rows, interlaying slices like tiles on a roof, and seasoning as you go. David Herbert
David Herbert… What was interesting about my story was not my story solely, but the fact that it interlays with all these others. Piper Kerman
Piper Kermaninterlay
2 of 2noun
plural interlays
: interlayer
The interlay is intended to stop wind-driven snow and rain from going up between the shakes. Principles of Home Inspection: Roofing
Principles of Home Inspection: RoofingRemove the printing plate from its mount and place an interlay between them.
Word History
First Known Use
Verb
1613, in the meaning defined above
Noun
1901, in the meaning defined above
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