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    Entanglement

    /ɪnˈtæŋɡəlmənt/

    Meaning & Definition

    noun
    the state of being entangled; a complicated or involved relationship.
    The entanglement of wires caused the entire system to malfunction.
    a situation in which people or things are involved in complicated or difficult circumstances.
    Their financial entanglement made it difficult to separate their assets.
    a physical phenomenon in quantum mechanics where particles become interconnected and the state of one particle can instantaneously affect the state of another, regardless of the distance.
    Quantum entanglement challenges our understanding of locality in physics.
    an intricate or complicated relationship or involvement with someone or something.
    The emotional entanglement between the characters led to a tumultuous relationship.

    Etymology

    The term 'entanglement' comes from the verb 'entangle', which is derived from the prefix 'en-' meaning 'to cause to be in' and 'tangle' which comes from Middle English 'tangel'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    love entanglement
    A complex romantic situation involving multiple people.
    entanglement in affairs
    Involvement in emotional or business matters that are complicated or troublesome.
    quantum entanglement
    A physical phenomenon where particles become interconnected.

    Related Words

    tangle
    To twist together or confuse, preventing untangling.
    complication
    A condition that makes a situation more difficult.
    involvement
    The fact or condition of participating in an activity or situation.

    Slang Meanings

    A complicated relationship situation.
    She's in a bit of an entanglement with her ex and his new girlfriend.
    Getting caught up in something messy.
    He found himself in an entanglement with the drama at work.