Linkup Definition & Meaning

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linkup American [lingk-uhp] / ˈlɪŋkˌʌp /

noun

1. a contact or linkage established, as between military units or two spacecraft.

2. something serving as a linking element or system; a connection or hookup.

linkup British / ˈlɪŋkˌʌp /

noun

1. the establishing of a connection or union between objects, groups, organizations, etc

2. the connection or union established

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Etymology

Origin of linkup

First recorded in 1940–45; noun use of verb phrase link up

Example Sentences

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Thomas P. Stafford, 93, the astronaut who commanded a dress rehearsal flight for the 1969 moon landing and the first U.S.-Soviet space linkup, died Monday.

From Seattle Times

Soon, the band was regularly interrupting their European concerts for real-time satellite linkups to Carter in undisclosed locations.

From Los Angeles Times

The Welsh soccer team has secured its latest celebrity linkup and Hollywood co-owner Ryan Reynolds is keeping it in the family.

From Seattle Times

"We look forward to getting to work," Mann said over the open radio channel with mission control and the current ISS crew moments after the linkup was completed.

From Reuters

A guest verse from G Herbo cements the song as an unforgettably Chicago linkup.

From New York Times

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