1. to twist, weave, or bind strands together; to interlace
Usage: often used in textile, fiber, or molecular biology contexts

1. plural of interstrand; the spaces or connections between strands
Usage: technical usage in biology, chemistry, and materials science

Examples

• The rope maker interstrands the fibers to create a stronger cord.
• DNA interstrands can form complex secondary structures.
• The artist interstrands different colored threads to produce a vibrant tapestry.
• Interstrands of the polymer chains provide structural stability.
• The weaver carefully interstrands the warp and weft threads.
• Researchers study how interstrands affect the material's tensile strength.