Meaning of the word entanglement in English

What does entanglement mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

entanglement

US /ɪnˈtæŋ.ɡəl.mənt/
UK /ɪnˈtæŋ.ɡəl.mənt/

Noun

1.

a complicated or difficult situation or relationship

Example:
The political entanglement made it hard to pass new laws.
She found herself in an emotional entanglement with her colleague.
2.

the state of being caught or trapped in something

Example:
The bird's entanglement in the net was a sad sight.
Marine life faces constant threat from plastic entanglement.
3.

a quantum mechanical phenomenon where two or more particles become linked in such a way that they cannot be described independently of each other

Example:
Quantum entanglement is a key concept in quantum computing.
Scientists are studying the properties of quantum entanglement for future technologies.