links 1 of 2

verb

Definition of linksnext
present tense third-person singular of link
1
as in connects
to put or bring together so as to form a new and longer whole she linked the flowers together to form a long chain

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2
as in associates
to think of (something) in combination since childhood I have always linked trips to the beach with the discomforts of sunburn and sand in my clothes

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links

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noun

plural of link
1
as in sausages
a rod-shaped portion of seasoned ground meat in a casing I like to put maple syrup on my breakfast links

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2
as in bonds
a uniting or binding force or influence those old love letters were her only remaining link with her late grandparents

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  1. connects
  2. sausages
  3. identifies
  4. connections
  5. integrates
Verb
  • This part connects the rocket’s two stages, enabling it to separate at high altitudes.
    Chris Young, Interesting Engineering, 10 Dec. 2024
  • The annual Wisconsin Governor's Business Plan Contest, which connects early-stage tech businesses with resources and a statewide business network, is accepting entries for its 2025 competition.
    Genevieve Redsten, Journal Sentinel, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of connects
Noun
  • While Italy’s Catholics were content to feast on pork prosciutto, sausages and salami through the winter, Jews and Muslims raised geese for the same purpose—so much so that the goose became inextricably linked to Italy’s Jewish cuisine.
    John Last, Smithsonian Magazine, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Sip on mulled wine; fill up on sausages, apple strudel, gingerbread, and pretzels; and shop for souvenirs like handmade soap, candles, and wooden ornaments.
    Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of sausages
Verb
  • By one count, about 65% of the Huntington Woods identifies as Jewish.
    Frank Witsil, Detroit Free Press, 10 Dec. 2024
  • The other account that shared it, SpaceX Fanclub, makes a similar declaration in its intro section and includes a label in the post's image that identifies it as satirical.
    Joedy McCreary, USA TODAY, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of identifies
Noun
  • As the crew collaborates with locals to fabricate a trend, unexpected connections blossom while a pervasive health crisis looms unacknowledged in the background.
    Peter Debruge, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
  • This year marks the 20th anniversary of the category, paying off connections their scouts have made at festivals and co-production markets years before.
    Peter Debruge, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of connections
Verb
  • Organizations should look for a database that integrates chargemaster, clinical and quality RWD data from thousands of sites.
    Premier Contributor, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Look for a platform that integrates seamlessly with existing core banking systems, enabling smooth interaction between digital assets and traditional finance.
    Lior Lamesh, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of integrates
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