linker

Meaning

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. (informal) A linked bond, one for which the principal is indexed to inflation.

Verb

To ligate a DNA segment using a linker.

Synonyms

binder

linkage editor

link editor

dressing room

dressing table

link linkage

Translations

éditeur de liens

Linker

linker

coupleur

lieur

Binder

ligador

lieuse

Verknüpfer

enllaçador

cabinet

Programmbinder

μπουντουάρ

séquence de liaison

Boudoir

Pronounced as (IPA)

/ˈlɪŋkɚ/

Etymology

From link + -er