Meaning of hyperlink in English

1. Pronunciation

   /ˈhaɪpərˌlɪŋk/

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1. Noun

   hyperlink

   Etymology

   1980s: from hyper-+ link

   Definitions

   1. a link from a hypertext file to another location or file

   Examples

   • « typically activated by clicking on a highlighted word or icon at a particular location on the screen »