linkup

noun

link·​up ˈliŋ-ˌkəp How to pronounce linkup (audio)
1
: establishment of contact : meeting
the linkup of two spacecraft
2
a
: something that serves as a linking device or factor
b
: a functional whole resulting from the linking up of separate elements
an instructional TV linkup

Examples of linkup in a Sentence

The interview will be broadcast nationally through a satellite linkup. A direct telephone linkup has been established.
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For anyone who may be surprised by this linkup, Mowry and Union have been friends for decades. Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 8 Apr. 2025 The dynamic casting was announced after Palmer and SZA's memorable 2022 Saturday Night Live linkup as host and musical guest. Jessica Wang, EW.com, 16 Jan. 2025 Greedo inquires on the status of a potential linkup on this syrupy rap ballad, as the West Coast rep drops rhymes about riding with heavy artillery while accompanied by a romantic companions. Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 3 Jan. 2025 This piled atop linkups with the likes of Solid & Striped as well as David Yurman. Mikelle Street, WWD, 2 Nov. 2024 See All Example Sentences for linkup

Word History

First Known Use

1945, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of linkup was in 1945

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“Linkup.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/linkup. Accessed 15 Apr. 2025.

Kids Definition

linkup

noun
link·​up ˈliŋ-ˌkəp How to pronounce linkup (audio)
1
: a getting together : meeting
the linkup of two spacecraft
2
: something that serves as a link
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