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Definition of link

link

/lɪŋk/
link

Plural:links
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Past Simple:linked
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Past Participle:linked
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Present Participle:linking
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• noun

1

A relationship between two things or situations, especially where one affects the other.

Example

"Researchers have found a clear link between poor sleep quality and decreased immune function."


2

A reference or navigation element in a digital document that leads to another section or webpage.

Example

"Please click the link at the bottom of the email to verify your account registration."


3

A single ring or loop in a chain.

Example

"The blacksmith hammered the heated metal over the anvil to form another strong link in the anchor chain."

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• verb

1

To connect, join, or fasten together.

Example

"Engineers plan to link the two coastal cities with a high-speed rail network."


2

To make, form, or suggest a logical or causal connection between two or more people or things.

Example

"The detective was finally able to link the primary suspect to the crime scene using advanced forensic evidence."

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Word Origin & Etymology

From Middle English 'linke', derived from Old Norse 'hlekkr' meaning 'ring in a chain', which is historically related to Old High German 'hlanca' (flank, side) and Old English 'hlencan' (to link).

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Link. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 16, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/link
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