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interlock

A device that prohibits an action from taking place.


interlock
a device, esp one operated electromechanically, used in a logic circuit or electrical safety system to prevent an activity being initiated unless preceded by certain events

interlock [′in·tər‚läk]
(computer science)
A mechanism, implemented in hardware or software, to coordinate the activity of two or more processes within a computing system, and to ensure that one process has reached a suitable state such that the other may proceed.
(engineering)
A switch or other device that prevents activation of a piece of equipment when a protective door is open or some other hazard exists.


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