LINKAGE • DICTIONARY ONE.COM • Definition of Linkage

/lˈɪŋkədʒ/ /lˈɪŋkɪdʒ/ Listen

Linkage

noun

An associative relation.

(genetics) traits that tend to be inherited together as a consequence of an association between their genes; all of the genes of a given chromosome are linked (where one goes they all go). Synonym: gene linkage.

A mechanical system of rods or springs or pivots that transmits power or motion.

The act of linking things together.

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... remembered. "Also, he wanted to know exactly when the Pallas is due, how long she'll stay ... hm-m-m, yes, whether we have any radio linkage with the outside, like to Ceres or even the ...

— Industrial Revolution • Poul William Anderson

... student is introduced to the kinematics of mechanisms by means of a course of kinematic analysis, which is concerned with principles underlying the motions occurring in mechanisms. These principles are demonstrated by a study of mechanisms already in existence, such as the linkage of a retractable landing gear, computing mechanisms, mechanisms used in an automobile, and the like. A systematic, if not rigorous, approach to the design of gears and cams also is usually presented in such a course. Until recently, however, no serious attempt was made ...

— Kinematics of Mechanisms from the Time of Watt • Eugene S. Ferguson

Words linked to "Linkage" : connectedness, attachment, connexion, inheritance, nexus, fastening, genetic science, mechanical system, link, genetics, connection, hereditary pattern