Word: Link

Pronunciation

/lɪŋk/

Definitions

• Noun: A connection or relationship between two or more things, people, or ideas. For example: “There’s a strong link between exercise and good health.”

  • In computing: A connection between two web pages or sites, often represented by a clickable text or image that takes you from one page to another. For example: “The homepage has several links to other sections of the website.”
  • In chain or jewelry: A component, typically a metal ring or loop, which joins parts together to form a chain. For example: “A broken link in the chain rendered it useless.”

• Verb: To connect or join together; to establish a relationship between entities.

  • Computing usage: To create a hyperlink from one part of a document or webpage to another. For example: “She linked her blog post to relevant sources for further reading.”
  • Social context: “They linked arms as they walked down the street.”

Phrases

• “Link up”: To connect or meet with someone, especially for a specific purpose. For example: “We’re planning to link up with the rest of the team tomorrow.”
• “Missing link”: Something that connects or fills a gap between two related things, often referring to a crucial piece of information or evidence. For example: “The discovery was considered the missing link in our understanding of human evolution.”
• “To forge a link”: To establish a strong connection or bond. For instance: “Through shared experiences, they forged a link that lasted a lifetime.”

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The study established a direct link between diet and longevity.”
• As a verb (computing) : “I’ll link the article to your profile so people can read it easily.”
• As a verb (social context) : “The new highway will link the city with its suburbs, reducing travel time.”

Synonyms

• Connection
• Tie
• Bond
• Association
• Junction (in the context of physical connections)
• Hyperlink (in computing)
• Relate (as a verb)