link (Meaning)
link (n)
the means of connection between things linked in series
a fastener that serves to join or connect
the state of being connected
a connecting shape
a unit of length equal to 1/100 of a chain
(computing) an instruction that connects one part of a program or an element on a list to another program or list
a channel for communication between groups
a two-way radio communication system (usually microwave); part of a more extensive telecommunication network
an interconnecting circuit between two or more locations for the purpose of transmitting and receiving data
link (v)
make a logical or causal connection
connect, fasten, or put together two or more pieces
be or become joined or united or linked
link with or as with a yoke
link (n.)
A torch made of tow and pitch, or the like.
A single ring or division of a chain.
Hence: Anything, whether material or not, which binds together, or connects, separate things; a part of a connected series; a tie; a bond.
Anything doubled and closed like a link; as, a link of horsehair.
Any one of the several elementary pieces of a mechanism, as the fixed frame, or a rod, wheel, mass of confined liquid, etc., by which relative motion of other parts is produced and constrained.
Any intermediate rod or piece for transmitting force or motion, especially a short connecting rod with a bearing at each end; specifically (Steam Engine), the slotted bar, or connecting piece, to the opposite ends of which the eccentric rods are jointed, and by means of which the movement of the valve is varied, in a link motion.
The length of one joint of Gunter's chain, being the hundredth part of it, or 7.92 inches, the chain being 66 feet in length. Cf. Chain, n., 4.
A bond of affinity, or a unit of valence between atoms; -- applied to a unit of chemical force or attraction.
Sausages; -- because linked together.
A hill or ridge, as a sand hill, or a wooded or turfy bank between cultivated fields, etc.
A winding of a river; also, the ground along such a winding; a meander; -- usually in pl.
Sand hills with the surrounding level or undulating land, such as occur along the seashore, a river bank, etc.
Hence, any such piece of ground where golf is played.
link (v. t.)
To connect or unite with a link or as with a link; to join; to attach; to unite; to couple.
link (v. i.)
To be connected.
Synonyms & Antonyms of link
link Sentence Examples
- The link between stress and heart disease is well-established.
- The hyperlink provided access to the valuable information.
- The chain link fence formed a secure perimeter around the property.
- The musician's fingers danced skillfully across the guitar strings, creating a beautiful link of melodies.
- The missing link in the evolutionary puzzle was finally discovered, providing a deeper understanding of human origins.
- The bond between mother and child is an unbreakable link that transcends time.
- A link in the computer network malfunctioned, disrupting communication between the devices.
- The scientist established a link between the observed phenomenon and the underlying theory.
- The railway link between the two cities was essential for economic growth and mobility.
- The link between technology and education has become increasingly important in the modern world.
FAQs About the word link
the means of connection between things linked in series, a fastener that serves to join or connect, the state of being connected, a connecting shape, a unit of
string,connect, chain, integrate, couple,interconnect, hook, conjugate, compound, concatenate
unhitch, uncouple, unlink, separate, divide, divide, split, disconnect, split, uncouple
The link between stress and heart disease is well-established.
The hyperlink provided access to the valuable information.
The chain link fence formed a secure perimeter around the property.
The musician's fingers danced skillfully across the guitar strings, creating a beautiful link of melodies.
