First Known Use: 15th century
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1link
noun \ˈliŋk\
Definition of LINK
1
: a connecting structure: as a (1) : a single ring or division of a chain (2) : one of the standardized divisions of a surveyor's chain that is 7.92 inches (20.1 centimeters) long and serves as a measure of length b : cuff link c : bond 3c d : an intermediate rod or piece for transmitting force or motion; especially : a short connecting rod with a hole or pin at each end e : the fusible member of an electrical fuse
2
: something analogous to a link of chain: as a : a segment of sausage in a chain b : a connecting element or factor <found a link between smoking and cancer> c : a unit in a communication system d : an identifier attached to an element (as an index term) in a system in order to indicate or permit connection with other similarly identified elements ; especially : one (as a hyperlink) in a computer file
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Origin of LINK
Middle English, of Scandinavian origin; akin to Old Norse hlekkr chain; akin to Old English hlanc lank
2link
verb
Definition of LINK
transitive verb
: to couple or connect by or as if by a link
intransitive verb
: to become connected by or as if by a link —often used with up <the band linked up with a new record label>
— link·er noun
First Known Use of LINK
15th century
Synonym Discussion of LINK
join, combine, unite, connect, link, associate, relate mean to bring or come together into some manner of union. join implies a bringing into contact or conjunction of any degree of closeness <joined forces in an effort to win>. combine implies some merging or mingling with corresponding loss of identity of each unit <combined jazz and rock to create a new music>. unite implies somewhat greater loss of separate identity <the colonies united to form a republic>. connect suggests a loose or external attachment with little or no loss of identity <a mutual defense treaty connected the two nations>. link may imply strong connection or inseparability of elements still retaining identity <a name forever linked with liberty>. associate stresses the mere fact of frequent occurrence or existence together in space or in logical relation <opera is popularly associated with high society>. relate suggests the existence of a real or presumed logical connection <related what he observed to what he already knew>.
3link
noun
Definition of LINK
: a torch formerly used to light a person's way through the streets
Origin of LINK
perhaps modification of Medieval Latin linchinus candle, alteration of Latin lychnus, from Greek lychnos; akin to Greek leukos white — more at light
First Known Use: 1526
4link
verb
Definition of LINK
intransitive verb
Scottish : to skip smartly along
Origin of LINK
origin unknown
First Known Use: 1715
LINKER Defined for Kids
1link
noun \ˈliŋk\
Definition of LINK for Kids
1
: a single ring of a chain
2
: something that connects : connection <Is there a link between dinosaurs and birds?>
3
2link
verb
linkedlink·ing
Definition of LINK for Kids
1
: to physically join or connect <The towns are linked by a road.>
2
: to show or suggest a connection <A gang was linked to the crime.>
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