1 B2 neutral
To connect or integrate something into a larger existing system, network, or plan.
"The new software will link in seamlessly with the existing company database."
separable
link in
B2 neutral separable transitive
To connect or integrate something into a larger system, network, or plan.
In plain English
To connect something so it works as part of a bigger system.
What does "link in" mean?
One main meaning — here's how to use it.
Literal vs figurative
Words literally mean
To create a link (connection) going into something.
Actually means
To connect something so it works as part of a bigger system.
Usage tip
Common in business, technology, and planning contexts. Often used to describe how one element connects to or is coordinated with a wider system or strategy. 'LinkedIn' (the professional networking platform) is a proper noun and unrelated.
Words that pair with "link in"
Natural word combinations native speakers use most often.
system network plan strategy database schedule
How to conjugate "link in"
The five tense forms you'll use most often.
Base
link in
I/you/we/they
3rd person
links in
he/she/it
Past simple
linked in
yesterday
Past participle
linked in
have + pp
-ing form
linking in
continuous
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