interlocked; crisscrossed; errors and omissions
Meanings
2 senses · 6 examplesadjective
interlocked; irregular; crisscrossed
literaryDescribes objects or lines that are unevenly intertwined, often used in literary descriptions of landscapes, paths, or arrangements.
The mountain paths crisscrossed in an irregular pattern.
The ancient town's streets and alleys are irregularly arranged, possessing a unique charm.
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The rocks by the lake were scattered irregularly.
verb
to have errors and omissions; to be inconsistent
literaryRefers to discrepancies, mistakes, or missing parts in a text, record, or account, typically in classical or historical contexts.
The commentary on this ancient text contains many errors and omissions.
The records in different editions contradict and are inconsistent with each other.
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When proofreading, one must pay attention to whether there are any inconsistencies in the meaning of the text.