Pronunciation: /ˈɪntər/

Definitions of inter

noun a prefix meaning 'between' or 'among'

Example Sentences

A1 I need to buy a new inter for my computer.

A2 The inter connecting the two buildings is under construction.

B1 The inter between the two countries has improved in recent years.

B2 The inter of cultures in this city makes it a vibrant place to live.

C1 The inter of ideas at the conference sparked a lively debate.

C2 The inter of technology and art in this exhibition is truly innovative.

verb to bury; to place in a grave or tomb

Example Sentences

A1 I interlocked my fingers before crossing the street.

A2 The two rivers intermingle at this point.

B1 The different cultures in this city often interact with each other.

B2 The two political parties are constantly interfacing to negotiate a compromise.

C1 The various departments in the company need to collaborate and interconnect for a successful project.

C2 The different scientific disciplines often intertwine to create groundbreaking research.

Examples of inter in a Sentence

formal The inter-departmental meeting was scheduled for next week.

informal I heard there's an inter-team game happening this weekend.

slang Let's grab some food at the inter-cafeteria.

figurative The inter-connectivity of all living beings is a concept often explored in philosophical discussions.

Grammatical Forms of inter

past tense

interacted

plural

inters

comparative

more inter

superlative

most inter

present tense

interacts

future tense

will inter

perfect tense

have intered

continuous tense

is intering

singular

inter

positive degree

inter

infinitive

to inter

gerund

intering

participle

intered

Origin and Evolution of inter

First Known Use: 1250 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'inter' originated from the Latin word 'interrare' which means 'to bury'.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'inter' has retained its original meaning of burying or placing a body in a tomb, but it has also evolved to be used in a broader sense of placing something in a confined space or in between other things.