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linked

v. · adj.
US //ˈɫɪŋkt// UK //lˈɪŋkt// linked
  1. 1 connected or related (v.)
    B1 Intermediate

    to have a connection between two or more people, things, or ideas.

    to establish a logical or causal connection between two or more entities.

    Example

    The police believe the two crimes are linked to the same person.

    Example

    Medical researchers have successfully linked the specific genetic mutation to an increased risk of developing the rare condition in early adulthood.

    Usage

    Often used in the passive voice with the preposition 'to'.
  2. 2 joined together (adj.)
    B2 Upper Intermediate

    physically or logically joined together.

    connected by or as if by links; functioning as a single unit through a shared connection.

    Example

    The two buildings are linked by a glass walkway on the third floor.

    Example

    The linked accounts allow the user to transfer funds instantly between their savings and checking balances without additional verification.
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  1. 3 digital connection (adj.)
    B2 Upper Intermediate Technical Computing

    describes computer files or data that are connected so they can share information.

    referring to data structures or software modules that contain references to one another for integrated processing.

    Example

    The charts in the report are linked to the original data file.

    Example

    Because the spreadsheets are linked, any price adjustment made in the master inventory file will automatically update the total costs in the project budget.

    Usage

    Commonly used when discussing spreadsheets or databases.
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