linking Meaning & Definition
What Does Linking Mean?
Linking is an adjective that means Serving to connect other things together. As a noun, it means Linkage. As a verb, it means present participle and gerund of link.
Quick Facts About Linking
| Part of speech | adjective, noun, verb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ˈlɪŋkɪŋ// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | affix, attach and join |
| Plural | linkings |
Linking Definition (Adjective)
- Serving to connect other things together.
Conjunctions frequently function as linking words in a sentence.
Linking as a Noun
- Linkage.
Linking as a Verb
- present participle and gerund of link
The yard manager is linking the sections of the train together.
Verb
- To connect two or more things.
- (of a Web page) To contain a hyperlink to another page.
My homepage links to my wife's.
- To supply (somebody) with a hyperlink; to direct by means of a link.
Haven't you seen his Web site? I'll link you to it.
- To post a hyperlink to.
Stop linking those unfunny comics all the time!
- To demonstrate a correlation between two things.
- To combine objects generated by a compiler into a single executable.
Verb
- To skip or trip along smartly; to go quickly.
Synonyms of Linking
Linking synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Linking
No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.
Linking in a Sentence
Conjunctions frequently function as linking words in a sentence.
The yard manager is linking the sections of the train together.
My homepage links to my wife's.
Haven't you seen his Web site? I'll link you to it.
Stop linking those unfunny comics all the time!
Word Forms & Grammar
linking (not comparable)
linking (plural linkings)
linking
Words That Rhyme With Linking
How Do You Say Linking?
The standard pronunciation of linking is //ˈlɪŋkɪŋ//, spoken in 1 syllable.
Common Questions About Linking
Is linking an adjective or a noun?
Linking is mainly used as an adjective, but it can also be used as a noun and a verb.
What is another word for linking?
Words with a similar meaning to linking include affix, attach and join. See the full list of linking synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of linking?
The plural of linking is linkings.