English Explanatory Dictionary

linker

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. That which links.
  2. A computer program that takes one or more objects generated by compilers and assembles them into a single executable program.
  3. A short oligonucleotide containing a recognition sequence for a restriction enzyme, used to blunt the ends of sticky DNA segments.
  4. A word or short expression that links clauses or other syntactic elements.
  5. A linked bond, one for which the principal is indexed to inflation.
verb
  1. To ligate a DNA segment using a linker.
name
  1. A surname.

Pronunciation

/ˈlɪŋkɚ/ /ˈlɪŋkə/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-linker.wav

Word forms

linker linkers linkering linkered

Etymology

From link + -er

Synonyms

link editor

Derived words

linker DNA polylinker
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