noun
Uncommon
linkage
LIHNG-kihj
Linkage (noun) means a connection or relationship between two things or ideas. Example: “Scientists found a linkage between diet and heart disease.”
noun
1
A connection or relationship between two things or ideas.
"Scientists found a linkage between diet and heart disease."
"Far from ignoring linkages between gays and the poor and working class, I specifically made the point that they are common victims of the bureaucratic revolution."
— A. Nolder Gay, Another View (1976)
2
A system of connected mechanical parts, such as rods or bars, that transmits motion.
"A steering linkage connects the wheel to the front tires."
How to use linkage
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA connection between things — either an abstract relationship or a literal mechanical joint.
Common pairings
steering linkage
a linkage between two factors
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Etymology
From link plus the suffix -age.
Synonyms
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Rhymes for linkage
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What does “linkage” mean?
The word “linkage” means a connection or relationship between two things or ideas. In plain terms, a connection between things — either an abstract relationship or a literal mechanical joint.
How do you pronounce “linkage”?
“Linkage” is pronounced LIHNG-kihj (/ˈlɪŋkɪdʒ/ in IPA).
How do you use “linkage” in a sentence?
Here is “linkage” used in a sentence: “Scientists found a linkage between diet and heart disease.”
What part of speech is “linkage”?
“Linkage” is a noun.
Is “linkage” a common word?
“Linkage” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “linkage” have?
“Linkage” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a connection or relationship between two things or ideas.
