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lien

link, bond, tie

noun lee-YAN Less Common

Origin: Latin ligamen, from ligare (to bind)

Also means

hyperlink

Usage Note

lien is versatile: it covers emotional bonds (lien familial, 'family bond'), logical connections, and internet hyperlinks (cliquer sur un lien, 'to click a link'). The verb lier means 'to link' or 'to bind'.

Examples

"Clique sur ce lien pour accéder au site."

Natural Translation

Click this link to access the website.

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