Definitions
There are 14 meanings of the word
Linking.
Linking - as a noun
A fastener that serves to join or connect
Example: "The walls are held together with metal links placed in the wet mortar during construction"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
linkup12tie3tie-inHypernyms (Closely Related)
fastener11fastening13fixing17holdfast15Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
The state of being connected
Example: "The connection between church and state is inescapable"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
connectedness18connection14Hypernyms (Closely Related)
unification16union5Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
A connecting shape
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
connection14connexion18Hypernyms (Closely Related)
form9shape10Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
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
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
command14instruction13program linestatement11Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
A channel for communication between groups
Example: "He provided a liaison with the guerrillas"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
contact11inter-group communicationliaison7A two-way radio communication system (usually microwave); part of a more extensive telecommunication network
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
radio linkHypernyms (Closely Related)
communication systemHyponyms (Broadly Related)
An interconnecting circuit between two or more locations for the purpose of transmitting and receiving data
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
data linkLinking - as a verb
Make a logical or causal connection
Example: "I cannot connect these two pieces of evidence in my mind"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
associate11colligate12connect11link uprelate6Hypernyms (Closely Related)
cerebrate13cogitate11think12Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Connect, fasten, or put together two or more pieces
Example: "Can you connect the two loudspeakers?"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
connect11link uptie3Hypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Linking - as an adjective
Serving to connect other things together.
Example: "Conjunctions frequently function as linking words in a sentence."
Example Sentences
"The linking of arms symbolized unity among the protesters."
"The team captain is the linking force that keeps all the players connected."
"The linking of two substances resulted in a chemical reaction."
"The linking of the two cities by a bridge improved transportation."
"The website contains many linking articles that provide additional information."
Word Game Points
Is LINKING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, linking is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
LINKING has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.
Is LINKING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, linking is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordLINKING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.
Is LINKING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, linking is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordLINKING has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.
